(E)-3-Nitro-N'-(3-nitro-benzyl-idene)-benzohydrazide
1Zibo Vocational Institute, Zibo 255314, People's Republic of China.
Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|March 14, 2012
Summary
Molecular structure analysis reveals a trans conformation in the title compound, C(14)H(10)N(4)O(5). Crystal packing shows molecules forming chains via hydrogen bonds along the c axis.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Molecular Chemistry
Background:
- Understanding molecular conformation and crystal packing is crucial in materials science.
- Hydrogen bonding plays a significant role in supramolecular assembly.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the molecular structure and crystal packing of the title compound, C(14)H(10)N(4)O(5).
- To investigate the intermolecular interactions present in the crystalline state.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the three-dimensional structure.
- Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and dihedral angles was performed.
- Intermolecular interactions, specifically hydrogen bonding, were identified and analyzed.
Main Results:
- The molecule adopts a trans conformation around the methylidene unit.
- A dihedral angle of 9.8(2)° was measured between the two benzene rings.
- N-H⋯O hydrogen bonds were observed, leading to the formation of molecular chains along the c axis.
Conclusions:
- The study provides detailed structural insights into the title compound.
- The observed hydrogen bonding network dictates the crystal structure and influences material properties.
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