Dimethyl (E)-2-(N-phenylacetamido)but-2-enedioate
2011
Study of Dimethyl (E)-2-(N-phenylacetamido)but-2-enedioate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Guo Shui Liang, Fu Chen, Wen Ting Bin
Primary Institution: Xiamen University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the structure of a compound formed from the reaction of acetanilide and dimethyl acetylenedicarboxylate.
Conclusion
The compound exhibits a planar geometry around the amide nitrogen and is stabilized by hydrogen bonds in its crystal structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was formed via base mediated hydroamidation.
- The C=C double bond adopts an E configuration.
- The geometry around the amide N atom is almost planar.
- The packing of molecules is stabilized by intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure using X-ray techniques. They found that it has a flat shape around one part and sticks together well because of special bonds.
Methodology
X-ray diffraction was used to determine the structure of the compound.
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