Abstract: | The synthesis and characterization of novel E and Z‐2, 2'‐ortho(metaxylene)‐bridged stilbenophane 2 by reductive McMurry condensation are described and the X‐ray structure determination of the E‐isomer is reported. The structure analysis of 2 ‐E shows weak hydrogen bonding. The complexation of Na+ ions in 2, 2'‐ortho(metaxylene)‐Z‐bridged stilbenophane using sodium chloride and measurements of conductivity were performed. The formation constant logK was determined to 1.45. |