N-PhenylÂmorpholine-4-carboxamide C11H14N2O2
2011
Structure of N-Phenylmorpholine-4-carboxamide
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Meng Shuang-Ming, Wang Ke-Wei, Xie Hai, Fan Yue-Qin, Guo Yong
Primary Institution: Shanxi Datong University
Hypothesis
The study presents the synthesis and structure of a new acetamide derivative.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of N-phenylmorpholine-4-carboxamide shows that it forms infinite one-dimensional chains through hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The molecule is non-planar and has a chair conformation.
- The urea-type moiety is nearly planar.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds link the molecules into chains.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical and looked at its structure. They found that the molecules stick together in long chains.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using isocyanatobenzene and morpholine, followed by crystallization.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Want to read the original?
Access the complete publication on the publisher's website