(E)-N-[(5-Methyl-2-fur-yl)methyl-ene]-3-nitro-aniline
1Department of Chemistry, Baoji University of Arts and Sciences, Baoji, Shaanxi 721007, People's Republic of China.
Summary
This study describes the crystal structure of a compound containing furan and benzene rings. Molecules are linked by hydrogen bonds, forming chains within the crystal lattice.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Organic Chemistry
- Materials Science
Background:
- Understanding molecular arrangements is key in chemistry.
- Crystal structure analysis reveals intermolecular forces.
- The compound C(12)H(10)N(2)O(3) was synthesized for structural investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the crystal structure of C(12)H(10)N(2)O(3).
- To analyze the orientation of aromatic and heterocyclic rings.
- To identify intermolecular interactions in the crystal lattice.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed.
- The asymmetric unit was analyzed.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonding was identified.
Main Results:
- The asymmetric unit contains two independent molecules.
- Dihedral angles between furan and benzene rings were measured (46.09° and 39.98°).
- Weak C-H⋯N hydrogen bonds form molecular chains parallel to the a axis.
Conclusions:
- The crystal packing is influenced by specific dihedral angles.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds dictate the formation of linear chains.
- The structural data provides insight into the solid-state behavior of this compound.
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