Organic Papers
2011

(E)-N′-(2-Bromobenzylidene)-2-fluorobenzohydrazide

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Zhang Dong-Fang, Liu Da-Yong, Li Chuan-Xun, Huang Shan-Shan, Zhang Bao-Jing

Primary Institution: China Medical University

Conclusion

The compound adopts an E geometry and forms chains through hydrogen bonds in the crystal structure.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound has a dihedral angle of 81.5° between the benzene rings.
  • Intermolecular hydrogen bonds help to stabilize the crystal structure.

Takeaway

Scientists made a new chemical compound and found that its molecules stick together in a special way, forming a solid structure.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized by mixing 2-fluorobenzohydrazide and 2-bromobenzaldehyde in methanol and allowing it to crystallize.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811009937

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