4,5-Dicarboxynaphthalene-1,8-dicarboxylic anhydride–1,10-phenanthroline (1/1) C12H8N2·C14H6O7
2011
Crystal Structure of a Compound with Naphthalene and Phenanthroline
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wu Xiang-Yang, Xu Xiang-Jun, Wang Xiang-Cheng
Primary Institution: Jiangsu University
Conclusion
The study reveals the crystal structure of a 1:1 adduct of 4,5-dicarboxynaphthalene-1,8-dicarboxylic anhydride and 1,10-phenanthroline, highlighting significant hydrogen bonding and π-π interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The crystal structure shows intermolecular hydrogen bonds linking molecules into dimers.
- π-π interactions were observed between the phenanthroline and naphthalene components.
- The study utilized a Bruker SMART CCD area-detector diffractometer for data collection.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at how two specific molecules stick together in a crystal, showing that they form strong connections with each other.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by heating a mixture of 1,4,5,8-naphthalenetetracarboxylic acid and 1,10-phenanthroline in water under autogenous pressure.
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