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Published on: February 7, 2017
N,N'-Dimethyl-N,N'-diphenyl-3-oxa-penta-nediamide
Shaohong Yin1, Yu Cui, Guangpu Wu
1School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, People's Republic of China.
Summary
This study details the crystal structure of C(18)H(20)N(2)O(3), revealing specific phenyl ring orientations. Molecules form a 3D network through intermolecular C-H⋯O interactions in the crystal lattice.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Organic Chemistry
- Supramolecular Chemistry
Background:
- Understanding molecular packing and interactions is crucial in solid-state chemistry.
- The specific arrangement of functional groups influences crystal lattice formation and material properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure of the title compound, C(18)H(20)N(2)O(3).
- To analyze the spatial arrangement of phenyl rings and intermolecular interactions.
- To describe the resulting three-dimensional network in the crystal.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
- Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and dihedral angles.
- Identification and analysis of intermolecular interactions, specifically C-H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
Main Results:
- The crystal structure of C(18)H(20)N(2)O(3) was successfully determined.
- The two phenyl rings exhibit opposite orientations with a dihedral angle of 36.66(3)°.
- Intermolecular C-H⋯O interactions were identified as the primary forces linking molecules into a 3D network.
Conclusions:
- The study provides detailed structural insights into C(18)H(20)N(2)O(3).
- The observed phenyl ring orientation and C-H⋯O interactions dictate the supramolecular architecture.
- This structural information is fundamental for understanding the compound's solid-state behavior.
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