Cyclohexylammonium 2'-hydroxy-2-biphenyl phosphonate.

Area of Science:

• Crystallography
• Molecular Chemistry
• Supramolecular Chemistry

Background:

• Understanding the intricate details of molecular structures is fundamental to advancing chemical sciences.
• Hydrogen bonding plays a crucial role in determining the physical and chemical properties of compounds.
• Phosphorus-containing organic compounds exhibit diverse applications, necessitating detailed structural analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

• To elucidate the precise molecular structure of the title compound, identified as C(6)H(14)N(+).C(12)H(10)O(4)P(-).
• To investigate and characterize the hydrogen bonding network within the crystal lattice of the compound.
• To provide a foundation for understanding the structure-property relationships of this specific phosphonate derivative.

Main Methods:

• Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the three-dimensional molecular structure.
• Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and intermolecular interactions, including hydrogen bonds.
• Identification of the roles of specific atoms (oxygen, nitrogen) in the hydrogen bonding network.

Main Results:

• The molecular structure of C(6)H(14)N(+).C(12)H(10)O(4)P(-) was successfully resolved, showing three oxygen atoms bonded to phosphorus.
• One oxygen atom, linked to the biphenoxy group, does not participate in hydrogen bonding.
• Two other oxygen atoms are involved in extensive intermolecular hydrogen bonding with N-H and O-H groups, forming a complex network.

Conclusions:

• The detailed structural analysis confirms the specific arrangement of atoms and the presence of significant hydrogen bonding in the title compound.
• The identified hydrogen bonding patterns are key to the compound's crystal packing and stability.
• This structural insight is valuable for the design and synthesis of related phosphorus-containing molecules with tailored properties.