Organic Papers
2011

3-Diazo-N-[(2S)-1-hydroxypropan-2-yl]-2-oxopropanamide

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Chen Xiao-na, Hu Wen-hao, Li Xiao-liu, Xu Hua-dong

Primary Institution: Hebei University

Hypothesis

To investigate the relationship between structure and reactivity of the title compound.

Conclusion

The study presents the synthesis and crystal structure of a new diazo compound, revealing its unique three-dimensional network and bonding interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The diazo unit is nearly linear with a C5–N2–N3 angle of 178.0°.
  • Intermolecular hydrogen bonds link the molecules into infinite double chains.
  • The crystal structure features π–π stacking interactions that stabilize the arrangement.

Takeaway

The researchers made a new chemical compound and looked at how its atoms are arranged, which helps us understand how it might react in different situations.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized and its structure was determined using X-ray diffraction.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811014413

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