N,N′-Dibenzyl-2,2′-(3,6-dioxaoctane-1,8-diyldioxy)dibenzamide
2011
Study of a New Acyclic Polyether Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wen Yong-Hong, Dai Ji-Min
Primary Institution: College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology
Hypothesis
The study investigates the synthesis and structural properties of a new flexible acyclic polyether ligand.
Conclusion
The title compound crystallizes in a monoclinic space group and exhibits a unique folded conformation due to intramolecular hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound crystallizes with one half-molecule in the asymmetric unit.
- The dihedral angle between the benzene rings is 86.19°.
- An intramolecular hydrogen bond forms a six-membered ring affecting the molecule's conformation.
- The crystal packing is stabilized by intermolecular interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new type of molecule that can bend in a special way, which helps it stick to other things better.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using a literature method and characterized using X-ray diffraction.
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