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1Molecular Sciences Institute, School of Chemistry, University of the Witwatersrand, PO WITS 2050, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|January 24, 2014
Summary
This study reveals the planar structure of a C10H13NO4 compound. Intramolecular and intermolecular hydrogen bonds dictate its crystal packing, forming helical chains.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Molecular structure analysis
Background:
- Understanding molecular interactions is crucial in materials science.
- Hydrogen bonding plays a significant role in crystal engineering.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure and hydrogen bonding of C10H13NO4.
- To analyze the factors influencing the compound's molecular arrangement.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed.
- Analysis of intramolecular and intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
Main Results:
- The C10H13NO4 compound exhibits a nearly planar molecular geometry.
- An intramolecular C-H⋯O hydrogen bond and an intramolecular N-H⋯Oester hydrogen bond were identified.
- An intermolecular N-H⋯Ocarbonyl hydrogen bond leads to the formation of helical chains along the b-axis.
Conclusions:
- The observed hydrogen bonding network dictates the supramolecular architecture.
- The planar nature and hydrogen bonding contribute to the formation of helical chains in the crystal structure.
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