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Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|January 5, 2011
Summary
This study details the crystal structure of a novel Schiff base compound, C(16)H(14)Br(2)N(2). The molecule exhibits specific configurations and is stabilized by intermolecular interactions and short bromine contacts.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Organic Chemistry
- Materials Science
Background:
- Schiff base compounds are versatile organic molecules with diverse applications.
- Understanding the solid-state structure of novel Schiff bases is crucial for predicting their properties and potential uses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure of the Schiff base compound C(16)H(14)Br(2)N(2).
- To analyze the molecular conformation, including bond configurations and planarity.
- To identify and describe the intermolecular interactions stabilizing the crystal lattice.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
- Crystallographic analysis was performed to identify symmetry elements and bond parameters.
- Intermolecular interactions, such as C-H⋯π and Br⋯Br contacts, were analyzed.
Main Results:
- The molecule C(16)H(14)Br(2)N(2) crystallizes with the molecule lying across a crystallographic inversion center.
- An E configuration was observed for the azomethine C=N bond, with the imino group being coplanar to the aromatic ring.
- The crystal structure is stabilized by intermolecular C-H⋯π interactions and short Br⋯Br contacts (3.6307(4) Å).
Conclusions:
- The study provides a detailed structural characterization of the Schiff base compound C(16)H(14)Br(2)N(2).
- The observed molecular geometry and intermolecular interactions offer insights into the compound's stability and potential for further chemical modification or application.
- The findings contribute to the broader understanding of structure-property relationships in Schiff base derivatives.
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