Bis(cyclohexylammonium) 2,2′-disulfanediyldibenzoate
2011
Crystal Structure of a New Salt with Cyclohexylammonium
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wei Xinting, Li Jing, Yin Handong
Primary Institution: Liaocheng University, Shandong, People’s Republic of China
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of a new salt formed from 2,2-dithiodisalicylate and cyclohexylammonium.
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals a twisted conformation and hydrogen bonding interactions between the cations and anions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound consists of 2,2-dithiodisalicylate and cyclohexylammonium ions in a 1:2 ratio.
- A twofold axis of symmetry passes through the center of the S—S bond.
- The C—S—S—C torsion angle is 87.13° and the dihedral angle between the rings is 83.4°.
- Intermolecular N—H⋯O hydrogen bonds link the cations and anions.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new salt and looked at its structure, finding it has a twist and some special bonds between its parts.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized under nitrogen atmosphere and analyzed using X-ray crystallography.
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