Organic Papers (E)-N′-(2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzylidene)-3-methoxybenzohydrazide monohydrate
2011
Structure of a Hydrazone Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Liu Shi-Yong, Wang Xiao-Ling
Primary Institution: Taizhou University
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the hydrazone compound shows that water molecules form hydrogen bonds linking the molecules into ribbons.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound has a dihedral angle of 3.6° between its two benzene rings.
- Hydrogen bonds link the molecules into double ribbons extending along the b axis.
- Intermolecular π–π interactions further link these ribbons into layers.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found that it forms ribbons with the help of water molecules.
Methodology
The compound was prepared through a condensation reaction and analyzed using X-ray crystallography.
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