3-Bromo-N′-[(2-meth­oxy­naphthalen-1-yl)methyl­idene]benzohydrazide
2011

Structure of a New Hydrazone Compound

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): He-Bing Li

Primary Institution: Xiangnan University

Conclusion

The new hydrazone compound exhibits a pseudo-trans conformation and forms chains in the crystal structure through hydrogen bonding.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound has a molecular formula of C19H15BrN2O2.
  • It adopts a pseudo-trans conformation about the N—N bond.
  • The dihedral angle between the benzene and naphthyl rings is 70.1°.
  • Molecules are linked into chains by N—H⋯O hydrogen bonds.

Takeaway

Scientists created a new chemical compound and found that its molecules stick together in a specific way, forming chains.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized by mixing 2-methoxy-1-naphthaldehyde and 3-bromobenzohydrazide in methanol, followed by crystallization.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811019349

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