N-Phenylsuccinamic acid
2011
Crystal Structure of N-Phenylsuccinamic Acid
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Gowda B. Thimme, Foro Sabine, Saraswathi B. S., Fuess Hartmut
Primary Institution: Mangalore University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the effect of substituents on the structures of anilides.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of N-phenylsuccinamic acid shows specific conformations of its bonds and packing through hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The conformations of N—H and C=O bonds in the amide segment are anti to each other.
- The C=O and O—H bonds of the acid group are in syn positions with respect to each other.
- The molecules are packed into infinite chains through intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
This study looks at how a specific chemical compound is structured and how its molecules stick together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized from succinic anhydride and aniline, and its structure was determined using X-ray diffraction.
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