N-(2,3-Dimethoxybenzylidene)naphthalen-1-amine C19H17NO2
2011
Crystal Structure of a Schiff Base Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Guo Ailing, Zhang Shurong, Liu Xiaofang, Jiao Jianhua
Primary Institution: Shanxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a trans isomer Schiff base compound with specific dihedral angles and weak hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is a trans isomer with respect to the C=N bond.
- The dihedral angle between the naphthyl and benzene rings is 71.70°.
- Weak C—H⋯O hydrogen bonding is present in the crystal structure.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special chemical compound and found out how its atoms are arranged in a crystal. They also noted some weak connections between the atoms.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by refluxing 1-naphthylamine and 2,3-dimethoxybenzaldehyde in ethanol, followed by crystallization.
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