Methanaminium 3,4,5,6-tetrachloro-2-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoate
2011
Crystal Structure of Methanaminium 3,4,5,6-tetrachloro-2-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoate
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Author Information
Author(s): Li Jian
Primary Institution: Weifang University
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals that the cations and anions are connected by hydrogen bonding into chains along the c-axis.
Supporting Evidence
- The N atom of the methylamine molecule is protonated and hydrogen bonded to the carboxyl group of the anion.
- The anions are linked by the cations via intermolecular N—H⋯O interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a new compound and found that its molecules stick together in chains, which helps us understand how it is structured.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by refluxing a mixture of 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-3,4,5,6-tetrachlorobenzoic acid and methanamine in methanol, followed by single crystal X-ray analysis.
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