4-Meth-oxy-N-(2-nitro-benzyl-idene)aniline
1Microscale Science Institute , Weifang University, Weifang 261061, People's Republic of China.
Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|January 5, 2011
Summary
Researchers synthesized a novel organic compound, C(14)H(12)N(2)O(3), via a condensation reaction. Structural analysis revealed a specific molecular configuration and intermolecular interactions influencing crystal packing.
Area of Science:
- Organic Chemistry
- Crystallography
- Supramolecular Chemistry
Background:
- Schiff base derivatives are important in various chemical applications.
- Understanding molecular structure and intermolecular forces is key to material design.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize and characterize a new organic compound.
- To elucidate the molecular geometry and crystal packing of the synthesized molecule.
Main Methods:
- Chemical synthesis involving the reaction of 2-nitro-benzaldehyde with 4-methoxy-benzenamine.
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction to determine molecular structure and conformation.
- Analysis of intermolecular interactions, specifically C-H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
Main Results:
- The title compound, C(14)H(12)N(2)O(3), was successfully synthesized at 377 K.
- The molecule adopts an E configuration with a dihedral angle of 43.3° between the benzene rings.
- Molecules are linked by intermolecular C-H⋯O interactions, forming zigzag chains along the a axis.
Conclusions:
- The study successfully synthesized and characterized a novel organic compound.
- The determined molecular structure and intermolecular interactions provide insights into crystal engineering.
- The findings contribute to the understanding of Schiff base derivatives and their solid-state behavior.
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