5-[(2-Chloro-4-nitroanilino)methylidene]-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione
2011
Crystal Structure of a New Compound
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Lan Xian-Qiu, Zhang Xiao-Feng, Yang Ying-Hong, Luo You-Fu
Primary Institution: Sichuan University
Conclusion
The study successfully determined the crystal structure of the compound 5-[(2-Chloro-4-nitroanilino)methylidene]-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound has a half-boat conformation.
- Intramolecular N—H⋯O and N—H⋯Cl interactions were observed.
- The dihedral angles between the benzene ring and the aminomethylene unit are small.
Takeaway
Scientists figured out how a new chemical compound is arranged at the atomic level, which helps in understanding its properties.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Want to read the original?
Access the complete publication on the publisher's website