2-[1-(3-Aminophenylimino)ethyl]phenol C14H14N2O
2011
Study of a New Ketimine Schiff Base
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Anita Blagus, Branko Kaitner
Primary Institution: Department of Chemistry, J. J. Strossmayer University, Osijek
Hypothesis
The molecular conformation of the compound in the crystalline state is in the enol-imino form.
Conclusion
The study successfully characterized the crystal and molecular structure of a novel ketimine Schiff base.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound exists as the enol–imine tautomer.
- A strong intramolecular hydrogen bond forms a six-membered ring.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds link the molecules into infinite chains.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure to understand how it works.
Methodology
The compound was prepared by refluxing a solution of m-phenylenediamine and 2-hydroxyacetophenone, followed by crystallization.
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