Isonicotinonitrile–4-methylbenzoic acid (1/1)
2011

Structure of Isonicotinonitrile and 4-Methylbenzoic Acid Co-Crystal

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Cai Xing-Wei, Lu Hong-Fei

Primary Institution: Jiangsu University of Science and Technology

Conclusion

The study successfully characterized the crystal structure of the co-crystal formed by isonicotinonitrile and 4-methylbenzoic acid.

Supporting Evidence

  • The co-crystal is formed by strong O—H···N and weak C—H···O hydrogen bonds.
  • The two molecules are nearly coplanar with a small dihedral angle of 2.48°.
  • The crystal structure was analyzed using a Rigaku Mercury2 diffractometer.

Takeaway

The researchers looked at how two specific molecules stick together to form a new structure, which helps us understand how these types of compounds can be used.

Methodology

The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811019799

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