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1Department of Chemistry, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
This study details the molecular structure of C(14)H(12)N(2)O(4), revealing a nearly perpendicular arrangement between its benzene rings. Adjacent molecules form a layered structure through specific hydrogen bonds.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Molecular Chemistry
- Supramolecular Chemistry
Background:
- Understanding molecular interactions is crucial in chemistry.
- Crystal structures provide insights into intermolecular forces.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the precise three-dimensional structure of the title compound, C(14)H(12)N(2)O(4).
- To investigate the intermolecular interactions and crystal packing in the solid state.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to analyze the molecular and crystal structure.
- Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and dihedral angles.
Main Results:
- The crystal structure of C(14)H(12)N(2)O(4) was successfully elucidated.
- A significant dihedral angle of 84.53(8)° was observed between the two benzene rings.
- O-H⋯O and N-H⋯O hydrogen bonds were identified as key interactions.
Conclusions:
- The title compound exhibits a distinct molecular conformation with near-orthogonal benzene rings.
- Hydrogen bonding plays a critical role in organizing molecules into a stable layer structure in the crystal lattice.
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