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Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|April 28, 2011
Summary
This study details the crystal structure of a novel acetohydrazide compound, C(9)H(12)N(2)O(2). The research reveals how molecules self-assemble through hydrogen bonding into extensive two-dimensional networks.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Chemical Physics
- Materials Science
Background:
- Understanding molecular interactions is crucial for designing new materials.
- Acetohydrazide derivatives are of interest due to their versatile chemical properties.
- Crystal engineering relies on predicting and controlling intermolecular forces.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure of the title compound, C(9)H(12)N(2)O(2).
- To investigate the intermolecular interactions governing crystal packing.
- To characterize the hydrogen bonding network within the crystal lattice.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
- Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and intermolecular contacts was performed.
- Hydrogen bonding interactions were identified and quantified.
Main Results:
- The acetohydrazide group within C(9)H(12)N(2)O(2) exhibits approximate planarity (max deviation = 0.034 Å).
- Molecules are interconnected through a network of intermolecular hydrogen bonds (N-H⋯O, N-H⋯N).
- A two-dimensional network structure parallel to the (001) plane was observed, stabilized by C-H⋯O interactions.
Conclusions:
- The crystal structure of C(9)H(12)N(2)O(2) is characterized by planar acetohydrazide moieties.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonding plays a significant role in the formation of extended 2D networks.
- The findings provide insights into the supramolecular assembly of acetohydrazide derivatives.
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