2-[4-(Methylsulfonyl)phenyl]acetonitrile
2011
Crystal Structure of 2-[4-(Methylsulfonyl)phenyl]acetonitrile
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Fun Hoong-Kun, Quah Ching Kheng, Sumangala V., Prasad D. Jagadeesh, Poojary Boja
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a compound that exhibits specific molecular interactions and bonding characteristics.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound's molecular structure shows a nearly coplanar arrangement of the benzene ring and acetonitrile group.
- Molecules in the crystal are linked by hydrogen bonds into two-dimensional planes.
- Bond lengths and angles in the structure are within normal ranges.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a chemical compound to see how its molecules are arranged and how they stick together.
Methodology
X-ray crystallography was used to determine the molecular structure and crystal packing of the compound.
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