Ethanaminium 3,4,5,6-tetrabromo-2-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoate methanol monosolvate
2011
Structure of Ethanaminium Tetrabromo Compound
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Author Information
Author(s): Jian Li
Primary Institution: Weifang University
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound is stabilized by hydrogen bonds and weak interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The asymmetric unit contains one ethanaminium cation, one tetrabromobenzoate anion, and one methanol molecule.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds link the components into chains along the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found that it forms chains in a crystal structure, held together by tiny forces called hydrogen bonds.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by refluxing a mixture of tetrabromoisobenzofuran-1,3-dione and methanol, followed by the addition of ethanamine.
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