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Modification and Functionalization of the Guanidine Group by Tailor-made Precursors
Published on: April 27, 2017
3-Anilino-1-(isopropyl-amino)-propan-2-ol.
Xuehui Hou1, Ping Hu, Quanjian Lv
1Department of Quality Detection and Management, Zhengzhou College of Animal Husbandry Engineering, Zhengzhou 450011, People's Republic of China.
Summary
A novel compound, C(12)H(20)N(2)O, was synthesized from N-(oxiran-2-ylmethyl)aniline and propan-2-amine. Crystal analysis revealed intermolecular hydrogen bonds forming chains along the b axis.
Area of Science:
- Organic Chemistry
- Crystallography
Background:
- The synthesis of novel organic compounds is crucial for advancing chemical science.
- Understanding molecular interactions in the solid state provides insights into material properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize and characterize a new organic compound with the molecular formula C(12)H(20)N(2)O.
- To investigate the crystal structure and intermolecular interactions of the synthesized compound.
Main Methods:
- Chemical synthesis involving the reaction of N-(oxiran-2-ylmethyl)aniline and propan-2-amine.
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
Main Results:
- Successful synthesis of the target compound C(12)H(20)N(2)O.
- The crystal structure analysis identified the formation of chains along the b axis.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds of the O-H⋯N and N-H⋯O types were observed, linking the molecules.
Conclusions:
- The study reports the successful synthesis and structural elucidation of a new organic compound.
- The crystal packing is dominated by hydrogen bonding, leading to a specific chain architecture.
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