Crystal Structure of 2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine
Author Information
Author(s): Feng Zhi-Qiang, Yang Xiao-Li, Ye Yuan-Feng, Wang Huai-Qing, Hao Ling-Yun
Primary Institution: School of Material Engineering, Jinling Institute of Technology, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
Hypothesis
The study aims to report the crystal structure of the compound 2-chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of 2-chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine was successfully determined, revealing its molecular arrangement and hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is an important intermediate for the synthesis of imidacloprid.
- The molecular structure is almost planar with specific bond angles.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds form dimers, stabilizing the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists looked at how the molecules of a chemical called 2-chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine are arranged in a solid form, and they found that they stick together in pairs.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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