2-Methyl-N'-(4-nitro-benzyl-idene)benzohydrazide
1Department of Chemistry, Jiaying University, Meizhou 514015, People's Republic of China.
Summary
A novel hydrazone compound was synthesized and characterized. Its crystal structure reveals specific molecular arrangements stabilized by hydrogen bonds, offering insights into organic compound formation.
Area of Science:
- Organic Chemistry
- Crystallography
Background:
- Hydrazone compounds are versatile organic molecules with diverse applications.
- Understanding the structural properties of novel compounds is crucial for chemical synthesis and material science.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize a new hydrazone compound with the chemical formula C(15)H(13)N(3)O(3).
- To elucidate the crystal structure and intermolecular interactions of the synthesized compound.
Main Methods:
- Condensation reaction between 4-nitro-benzaldehyde and 2-methyl-benzohydrazide in methanol.
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
Main Results:
- Successful synthesis of the target hydrazone compound.
- The crystal structure analysis revealed a dihedral angle of 14.8(2)° between the two benzene rings.
- Intermolecular N-H⋯O hydrogen bonds were observed, leading to the formation of chains along the a axis.
Conclusions:
- The study successfully synthesized and structurally characterized a novel hydrazone compound.
- The observed hydrogen bonding network provides insights into the solid-state packing and stability of the molecule.
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