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Propane-1,2-diaminium bis-(4-meth-oxy-benzoate)
1Department of Chemical & Environmental Engineering, Anyang Institute of Technology, Anyang 455000, People's Republic of China.
Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|August 13, 2011
Summary
This study characterizes a new salt composed of a propane-1,2-diaminium cation and two 4-methoxy-benzoate anions. The cation
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Supramolecular Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
Background:
- Hydrogen bonding plays a crucial role in the self-assembly of organic salts.
- Understanding the interactions within crystalline structures aids in designing new materials.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize the crystal structure of a novel organic salt.
- To investigate the hydrogen bonding network in the title compound.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was used to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
- Analysis of intermolecular interactions, specifically hydrogen bonds, was performed.
Main Results:
- The asymmetric unit contains one propane-1,2-diaminium dication and two 4-methoxy-benzoate anions.
- All amino hydrogen atoms of the dication participate in hydrogen bonding.
- Hydrogen bonds form between the dication's amino groups and the carboxylate oxygen atoms of the anions.
Conclusions:
- The crystal structure is stabilized by an extensive N-H⋯O hydrogen bonding network.
- The findings provide insight into the supramolecular assembly of organic salts with potential applications in materials science.
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