Organic Papers 2-(2-Chloro­phen­oxy)benzoic acid C13H9ClO3
2011

Crystal Structure of 2-(2-Chlorophenoxy)benzoic Acid

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Author Information

Author(s): Shi Lu, Zhang Qin, Xiao Qi, Wu Tao, Zhu Hong-Jun

Primary Institution: Nanjing University of Technology

Conclusion

The study reveals that the molecules of 2-(2-chlorophenoxy)benzoic acid form hydrogen-bonded dimers that create a stable three-dimensional network.

Supporting Evidence

  • The crystal structure shows classical hydrogen-bonded carboxylic acid dimers.
  • The benzene rings in the structure are oriented at a dihedral angle of 77.8°.
  • The dimers are linked by C—H⋯π interactions, forming a three-dimensional network.

Takeaway

This study shows how the molecules stick together in a special way to form a strong structure.

Methodology

The title compound was prepared using Ullmann condensation and crystals were obtained by dissolving the compound in ethanol and evaporating the solvent.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811006301

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