2-[(E)-(2,4-Dichlorobenzylidene)amino]isoindoline-1,3-dione
2011
Study of a New Schiff Base Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Asad Mohammad, Chuan-Wei Oo, Osman Hasnah, Hemamalini Madhukar, Fun Hoong-Kun
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a new Schiff base compound, revealing its molecular configuration and interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The molecule adopts an E configuration about the central C=N double bond.
- The isoindoline ring is essentially planar with a maximum deviation of 0.019 Å.
- A short Cl⋯Cl contact of 3.4027 Å is present in the crystal structure.
- The crystal packing is stabilized by weak C—H⋯π interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new chemical compound and looked at its structure to understand how it is built and how its parts interact.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized from 2-amino-1,3-isoindolinedione and 2,4-dichlorobenzaldehyde, followed by crystallization.
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