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Green Synthesis of Quinoline-Based Ionic Liquid
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Summary
This study examines the crystal structure of a novel compound, C(11)H(10)ClNO. Molecular analysis reveals a near-planar structure stabilized by hydrogen bonds and π-π stacking interactions.
Area of Science:
- Crystal Engineering
- Supramolecular Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
Background:
- Understanding intermolecular forces is crucial for designing crystalline materials.
- Hydrogen bonding and π-π stacking are key interactions in crystal packing.
- The specific compound C(11)H(10)ClNO was synthesized and selected for structural analysis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure of C(11)H(10)ClNO.
- To investigate the role of intermolecular interactions in stabilizing the crystal lattice.
- To characterize the planarity and packing motifs of the title compound.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
- Analysis of intermolecular interactions including hydrogen bonds and π-π stacking was performed.
- Root-mean-square (r.m.s.) deviation calculations assessed the planarity of the molecule.
Main Results:
- The title compound, C(11)H(10)ClNO, exhibits a near-planar conformation with an r.m.s. deviation of 0.026 Å for non-hydrogen atoms.
- Molecules are organized into C(2) chains via O-H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
- Weak C-H⋯π interactions and aromatic π-π stacking (centroid-centroid distance = 3.713 Å) further stabilize the crystal structure.
Conclusions:
- The crystal structure of C(11)H(10)ClNO is well-defined and stabilized by a combination of hydrogen bonding and π-stacking interactions.
- The observed packing motifs provide insights into the supramolecular assembly of this class of compounds.
- The near-planar geometry and specific intermolecular interactions are key features of this crystalline material.
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