Organic Papers
2011
Structure of 4-Bromo-1-nitrobenzene
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ali Qamar, Raza Shah M., Ng Seik Weng
Primary Institution: H.E.J. Research Institute of Chemistry, International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi
Conclusion
The crystal structure of 4-Bromo-1-nitrobenzene shows π–π stacking and weak hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The non-H atoms of the molecule are essentially coplanar.
- π–π stacking occurs between parallel benzene rings of adjacent molecules.
- Weak intermolecular C—H⋯O hydrogen bonding and short Br⋯O contacts are observed.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a chemical called 4-Bromo-1-nitrobenzene to see how its molecules stack together and interact with each other.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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