4-Carbamoylpiperidinium 2-carboxybenzoate–benzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid (1/1)
2011
Structure of a New Salt Adduct
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Graham Smith, Urs D. Wermuth
Primary Institution: Queensland University of Technology
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of a new salt adduct formed from isonipecotamide and phthalic acid.
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals a two-dimensional hydrogen-bonded network involving isonipecotamide, a hydrogen phthalate anion, and a phthalic acid adduct.
Supporting Evidence
- The study presents the first example of a salt–adduct of isonipecotamide.
- The asymmetric unit includes an isonipecotamide cation, a hydrogen phthalate anion, and a phthalic acid adduct molecule.
- The structure features a two-dimensional hydrogen-bonded network.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new compound by mixing two chemicals, and they found that these chemicals stick together in a special way, forming a unique structure.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by heating isonipecotamide and phthalic acid in methanol, followed by crystallographic analysis.
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