1-Dimethyl­amino-9,10-anthraquinone
2011

Crystal Structure of 1-Dimethylamino-9,10-anthraquinone

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Niedziałkowski Paweł, Narloch Joanna, Trzybiński Damian, Ossowski Tadeusz

Primary Institution: Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdańsk

Conclusion

The study presents the crystal structure of 1-(dimethylamino)-9,10-anthraquinone, revealing its unique molecular interactions and structural properties.

Supporting Evidence

  • The crystal structure shows adjacent molecules linked by C—H⋯π and π–π interactions.
  • The dimethylamino group is twisted at an angle of 38.4° relative to the anthracene fragment.
  • The mean planes of adjacent anthracene units are inclined at various angles.

Takeaway

This study looks at a special chemical compound and how its molecules are arranged in a crystal, which helps us understand its properties better.

Methodology

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

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811006829

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