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Protocol for the Synthesis of Ortho-trifluoromethoxylated Aniline Derivatives
Published on: January 19, 2016
4-(p-Tolyl-amino)-benzaldehyde.
Summary
The crystal structure of C(14)H(13)NO reveals a 66.08° dihedral angle between aromatic rings. Intermolecular hydrogen bonds and C-H⋯π interactions stabilize the crystal lattice.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Organic Chemistry
- Materials Science
Background:
- Understanding the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in organic molecules is crucial for predicting their properties and reactivity.
- Crystal structure analysis provides fundamental insights into molecular packing and intermolecular forces.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure of the title compound, C(14)H(13)NO.
- To characterize the intermolecular interactions governing the solid-state architecture.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the crystal structure.
- Analysis of the crystal structure involved identifying hydrogen bonds and other non-covalent interactions.
Main Results:
- The dihedral angle between the aromatic rings in C(14)H(13)NO was determined to be 66.08(9)°.
- Intermolecular N-H⋯O hydrogen bonds were observed, leading to the formation of chains along the b axis.
- C-H⋯π interactions were identified as additional stabilizing forces within the crystal structure.
Conclusions:
- The crystal structure of C(14)H(13)NO is characterized by a significant dihedral angle between its aromatic systems.
- The observed hydrogen bonding and C-H⋯π interactions play a key role in the molecular assembly and stability of the crystal lattice.
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