Organic Papers
2011
(Z)-N-(2-Chlorobenzylidene)aniline N-oxide
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Fu Ying, Liu Yanhua, Yang Yanshou, Chen Yaojuan
Primary Institution: Northwest Normal University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of (Z)-N-(2-Chlorobenzylidene)aniline N-oxide, revealing significant bond characteristics and molecular geometry.
Supporting Evidence
- The central C—N bond has considerable double-bond character.
- The N—O bond indicates a formal negative charge on the O atom.
- The molecule is stabilized by an intramolecular C—H⋯O hydrogen bond.
- The geometry about the C=N bond is Z with a torsion angle of -4.2°.
- The phenyl and benzene rings are trans-oriented around the C=N bond.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a specific chemical compound and found out how its atoms are arranged and how they bond with each other.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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