2,5-Bis(5-methyl­pyrazin-2-yl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole
2011

Crystal Structure of a New Oxadiazole Compound

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Ju Yue, Wu Jing-Min, Li Cheng-Peng, Guo Jian-Hua

Primary Institution: Tianjin Normal University

Hypothesis

The study investigates the crystal structure of a bis(4-methylpyrazinyl) substituted oxadiazole compound.

Conclusion

The crystal structure reveals that the compound forms zigzag supramolecular chains through C—H⋯N interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The dihedral angle between the two pyrazine rings is 5.62°.
  • The compound was prepared by a specific chemical reaction involving multiple reagents.
  • The crystal structure shows C—H⋯N interactions that connect molecules.

Takeaway

Scientists looked at a new chemical compound and found that its molecules connect in a zigzag pattern, which is interesting for making new materials.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized using a reaction between 5-methylpyrazine-2-carboxylic acid and hydrazine dihydrochloride in the presence of polyphosphoric acid and phosphorus pentoxide, followed by crystallization.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811015029

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