Organic Papers
2011

(9-Anthracenyl)benzylammonium chloride

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Han Jian-Rong, Wang Wei, Zhen Xiao-Li, Tian Xia, Liu Shou-Xin

Primary Institution: Hebei University of Science & Technology

Conclusion

The crystal structure of (9-anthracenyl)benzylammonium chloride is stabilized by hydrogen bonds forming tetramers.

Supporting Evidence

  • The anthracene system makes a dihedral angle of 72.65° with the benzene ring.
  • The C—N—C—C torsion angles are 52.24° and -170.73°.
  • The crystal structure is stabilized by intermolecular hydrogen bonds.

Takeaway

This study looks at a special chemical compound made from anthracene and benzylamine, showing how its structure holds together.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized through a series of chemical reactions and analyzed using X-ray crystallography.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811016837

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