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Two trans-4-aminoazoxybenzenes.

A Domański1, K Ejsmont, J B Kyzioł

  • 1Institute of Chemistry, University of Opole, Oleska 48, 45-052 Opole, Poland.

Acta Crystallographica. Section C, Crystal Structure Communications
|April 21, 2001
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Structural differences between two isomeric trans-4-aminoazoxybenzenes were revealed using X-ray diffraction. The alpha isomer is nearly planar, showing significant conjugation, while the beta isomer exhibits distinct phenyl ring twisting and altered bond angles.

Area of Science:

  • Organic Chemistry
  • Crystallography
  • Molecular Structure

Background:

  • Azoxybenzenes are a class of organic compounds with diverse applications.
  • Understanding the isomeric variations in their molecular geometry is crucial for predicting their properties and reactivity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize the distinct crystal structures of two isomeric trans-4-aminoazoxybenzenes.
  • To elucidate the relationship between molecular geometry, electronic conjugation, and intermolecular interactions in these isomers.

Main Methods:

  • Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the three-dimensional structures of both isomers.
  • Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and torsion angles provided insights into molecular geometry.
  • Intermolecular hydrogen bonding patterns within the crystal lattices were examined.

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Main Results:

  • The alpha isomer is nearly planar, with significant conjugation between the phenyl ring and the azoxy group, evidenced by a short C-N bond and quinoid deformation.
  • The beta isomer displays a twisted non-substituted phenyl ring and a more coplanar substituted ring, with increased sp(3) character on the non-oxidized nitrogen atom.
  • Distinct C-C-C bond angle deformations in the phenyl rings indicate differences in the electronic character of the azoxy group's nitrogen atoms.

Conclusions:

  • The study reveals significant geometric and electronic differences between the two trans-4-aminoazoxybenzene isomers.
  • X-ray diffraction provides critical data for understanding structure-property relationships in azoxy compounds.
  • Intermolecular hydrogen bonding plays a role in the crystal packing of both isomers.