Phenyl N-(4-methoxy-phen-yl)carbamate

Area of Science:

• Crystallography
• Molecular structure determination
• Supramolecular chemistry

Background:

• Understanding molecular arrangements is crucial in chemistry.
• Hydrogen bonding and intermolecular forces dictate crystal packing.
• Previous studies on similar compounds provide context for this investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To elucidate the crystal structure of the title compound, C(14)H(13)NO(3).
• To analyze the intermolecular interactions present in the crystal lattice.
• To describe the spatial arrangement and bonding of the independent molecules.

Main Methods:

• Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed for structure determination.
• Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and dihedral angles.
• Identification and characterization of hydrogen bonds and other weak interactions.

Main Results:

• The asymmetric unit contains two crystallographically independent molecules.
• Dihedral angles between aromatic rings are 75.64(3)° and 83.14(3)°.
• Intermolecular N-H⋯O and C-H⋯O interactions form a two-dimensional network.

Conclusions:

• The crystal structure of C(14)H(13)NO(3) is characterized by two distinct molecular conformations.
• Hydrogen bonding plays a significant role in linking molecules.
• The observed 2D network structure provides insights into crystal engineering and material properties.