Publication Date:
1999-10-01
Description:
Geometrical parameters of covalently bonded organic azides have been analysed using X-ray structural data retrieved from the Cambridge Structural Database. The RNNN fragment geometry shows some important general features: (i) a preference for a trans C s configuration; (ii) bending of the N—N—N unit; (iii) substantially different N—N bond lengths in the azide group. Electron-density redistribution within the covalently bonded azide group (relative to that in the isolated azide anion) promotes the capacity of the terminal azide N atom to form hydrogen bonds.
Print ISSN:
0108-7681
Electronic ISSN:
1600-5740
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
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Geosciences
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Physics
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