2,2-Dimethyl-5-{[(4-nitro­phen­yl)amino]­methyl­idene}-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione
2011

Study of a Chemical Compound with Biological Potential

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Author Information

Author(s): Yang Ying-Hong, Li Zi-Cheng, Luo You-Fu

Primary Institution: Sichuan University

Conclusion

The compound exhibits a stable molecular conformation due to intramolecular hydrogen bonding and forms a three-dimensional framework in the crystal structure.

Supporting Evidence

  • The dihedral angle between the benzene ring and the aminomethylene unit is 5.42°.
  • The dioxane ring shows a half-boat conformation.
  • Intramolecular hydrogen bonding stabilizes the molecular conformation.

Takeaway

Scientists studied a special chemical compound to see how it holds together and how it can be used in making other important medicines.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized through a series of heating and mixing steps, followed by recrystallization for analysis.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811001103

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