N,N,N′,N′-Tetra­kis(2-hy­droxy-5-methyl­benz­yl)ethane-1,2-diamine dimethyl­formamide disolvate
2011

Crystal Structure of a Compound with Tetra­kis(2-hy­droxy-5-methyl­benz­yl)ethane-1,2-diamine

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Author Information

Author(s): Wang Nuan-Sheng, Wang Yong-Tao, Guo Xiu-Kai, Li Tian-Duo

Primary Institution: Shandong Polytechnic University

Conclusion

The compound exhibits a complex crystal structure stabilized by various interactions including hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound was synthesized using a Mannich condensation reaction.
  • The crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
  • Hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions contribute to the stability of the crystal.

Takeaway

Scientists made a special chemical compound and looked at its structure using X-rays to see how its molecules are arranged.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized through a reaction involving ethylenediamine, paraformaldehyde, and p-cresol, followed by crystallization and X-ray diffraction analysis.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811017934

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