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N-(o-tolyl)-2-bromo-4,5-dimethoxybenzamide
J Rivera-Gandia1, N Morales, O Cox
1Department of Chemistry, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan 00931.
Summary
This study details the molecular structure of C16H16BrNO3, revealing an amide linkage between brominated dimethoxybenzene and methylphenyl rings. The methoxy groups exhibit near-coplanarity with their phenyl ring.
Area of Science:
- Organic chemistry
- Crystallography
Background:
- Understanding molecular structure is crucial for predicting chemical properties and reactivity.
- The specific arrangement of functional groups significantly influences a molecule's behavior.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the precise molecular structure of the compound C16H16BrNO3.
- To analyze the spatial arrangement of the aromatic rings and methoxy substituents.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular geometry.
- Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and torsion angles provided structural insights.
Main Results:
- The compound C16H16BrNO3 features a central amide linkage connecting a 2-bromo-4,5-dimethoxy-benzene moiety and an o-methylphenyl group.
- The two methoxy groups on the brominated phenyl ring are nearly coplanar with this ring.
Conclusions:
- The determined structure provides a foundation for further studies on the compound's chemical and physical properties.
- The near-coplanarity of methoxy groups may influence electronic properties and intermolecular interactions.