Crystal Structure of 4-(1H-Tetrazol-5-yl)pyridinium Bromide
Author Information
Author(s): Zheng Wen-Ni, Chen Xin-Yuan
Primary Institution: Ordered Matter Science Research Center, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
Hypothesis
The study aims to describe the crystal structure of 4-(1H-tetrazol-5-yl)pyridinium bromide.
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals that the organic cations are linked by Br− anions through hydrogen bonds, forming a one-dimensional chain.
Supporting Evidence
- The pyridine and tetrazole rings in the compound are nearly coplanar with a small dihedral angle.
- The organic cations interact with Br− anions through N—H⋯Br hydrogen bonds.
- The study provides a detailed crystallographic analysis of the compound.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at how a specific chemical compound is structured, and they found that its parts stick together in a chain-like formation.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
Limitations
The study does not report any phase transitions in the temperature range tested.
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