Organic Papers 2-{[2-(4-Chlorophenyl)hydrazinylidene]methyl}phenol C13H11ClN2O
2011
Study of a Schiff Base Molecule
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Author Information
Author(s): Lo Kong Mun, Ng Seik Weng
Primary Institution: University of Malaya
Conclusion
The study reveals the structural characteristics of the Schiff base molecule C13H11ClN2O, including its coplanarity and hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The non-H atoms of the molecule are approximately coplanar with a root mean square deviation of 0.115 Å.
- The two benzene rings in the molecule are twisted by 9.36° with respect to each other.
- The hydroxy group forms a hydrogen bond with the azomethine nitrogen atom.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special molecule made from two parts that are twisted together, and they found out how these parts interact with each other.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by dissolving salicylaldehyde and 4-chlorophenylhydrazine hydrochloride in ethanol and heating the solution.
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