2-Methyl­propan-2-aminium 3,4,5,6-tetra­bromo-2-(meth­oxy­carbon­yl)benzoate methanol monosolvate
2011

Crystal Structure of a Compound with Tetrabromo and Methoxycarbonyl Groups

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Jian Li

Primary Institution: Weifang University

Conclusion

The crystal structure is stabilized by various hydrogen bonds and short contacts between the components.

Supporting Evidence

  • The structure is stabilized by N—H···O hydrogen bonds.
  • Short Br⋯O contacts were observed between the columns of the structure.
  • The bond lengths and angles agree with those in similar compounds.

Takeaway

Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found that its structure is held together by tiny connections 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.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811008518

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