1,3-Diethyl-1,3-diphenylurea
2011
Structure of 1,3-Diethyl-1,3-diphenylurea
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Betz Richard, Gerber Thomas, Schalekamp Henk
Primary Institution: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Hypothesis
The study aims to elucidate the structure of a urea derivative to understand its role in coordination compounds.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound reveals a symmetrical arrangement with significant planarization around the nitrogen atoms.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound shows non-crystallographic C2 symmetry.
- C–H···O contacts lead to the formation of centrosymmetric dimers.
- The closest distance between the centroids of two adjacent rings is 3.8938 Å.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special chemical compound and how its structure helps it connect with other molecules.
Methodology
X-ray diffraction was used to determine the crystal structure of the compound.
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