3-Cyclopentylsulfonyl-5-fluoro-2-methyl-1-benzofuran
2011

Crystal Structure of 3-Cyclopentylsulfonyl-5-Fluoro-2-Methyl-1-Benzofuran

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Seo Pil Ja, Choi Hong Dae, Son Byeng Wha, Lee Uk

Primary Institution: Dongeui University

Conclusion

The study presents the crystal structure of a compound with two independent molecules, revealing their planar benzofuran units and envelope conformation of cyclopentyl rings.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound has two independent molecules in its structure.
  • The benzofuran units are essentially planar.
  • The cyclopentyl rings adopt an envelope conformation.
  • Molecules are linked by weak C—H⋯O hydrogen bonds.

Takeaway

Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found that its structure has two similar parts that are flat and a ring that looks like an envelope.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized and characterized using X-ray diffraction.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811021222

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