Picric acid–2,4,6-trichloro­aniline (1/1) C6H4Cl3N·C6H3N3O7
2011

Crystal Structure of Picric Acid and 2,4,6-Trichloroaniline

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Wang Wan-Qiang

Primary Institution: Xiangfan University

Conclusion

The study presents the crystal structure of a 1:1 cocrystal of picric acid and 2,4,6-trichloroaniline, revealing a chain structure stabilized by hydrogen bonds.

Supporting Evidence

  • The two benzene rings in the cocrystal are almost flat with a very small angle between them.
  • The structure is stabilized by hydrogen bonds between the molecules.
  • The crystal was formed by mixing the two compounds in a specific solvent.

Takeaway

Scientists looked at how two chemicals, picric acid and 2,4,6-trichloroaniline, fit together in a crystal. They found that they form a special structure held together by tiny connections called hydrogen bonds.

Methodology

The cocrystal was formed by dissolving 2,4,6-trichloroaniline and picric acid in a solvent mixture and allowing it to crystallize at room temperature.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S160053681100571X

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