2,2′-Bipyridine

2,2′-Bipyridine (bipy or bpy, pronounced /ˈbɪp/) is an organic compound with the formula C10H8N2. This colorless solid is an important isomer of the bipyridine family. It is a bidentate chelating ligand, forming complexes with many transition metals. Ruthenium and platinum complexes of bipy exhibit intense luminescence, which may have practical applications.

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