Zwitterionic form of tris({[5-(4-methoxyphenylazo)salicylidene]amino}ethyl)amine C48H48N10O6
2011
Zwitterionic Form of a Tripodal Schiff Base Ligand
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Salehzadeh Sadegh, Mahdavian Mahsa, Khalaj Mehdi
Primary Institution: Bu-Ali Sina University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the synthesis and crystal structure of a zwitterionic tripodal Schiff base ligand.
Conclusion
The compound exists as a zwitterion in the solid state and exhibits intramolecular hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound adopts a cage-like conformation in the solid state.
- Intramolecular hydrogen bonding occurs in all three arms of the ligand.
- The average N═N bond length is consistent with similar compounds.
Takeaway
The researchers made a special molecule that has parts sticking together in a unique way, making it stable and interesting.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized from an azo dye and tren in ethanol, followed by crystallization from acetonitrile.
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