1-Chloro-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene
2011
Structure of 1-Chloro-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Matthew A. Pearce, Joseph M. Tanski
Primary Institution: Vassar College
Conclusion
The study provides a detailed crystallographic analysis of 1-chloro-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene, revealing its structural properties.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is a common intermediate in the synthesis of industrial chemicals.
- It is relatively toxic to biological species such as D. magna and T. pyriformis.
- The structure features chloro, methyl, and nitro substituents arranged on a benzene ring.
Takeaway
This study looks at a chemical compound called 1-chloro-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene and describes its structure, which is important for understanding how it might be used in making other chemicals.
Methodology
The structure was determined using X-ray crystallography with a Bruker APEXII CCD diffractometer.
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