5-Chloro-3-cyclohexylsulfonyl-2-methyl-1-benzofuran
2011

Crystal Structure of 5-Chloro-3-cyclohexylsulfonyl-2-methyl-1-benzofuran

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Choi Hong Dae, Seo Pil Ja, Son Byeng Wha, Lee Uk

Primary Institution: Dongeui University

Conclusion

The study presents the crystal structure of a compound with a cyclohexyl ring in a chair conformation, stabilized by weak intermolecular interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The cyclohexyl ring adopts a chair conformation.
  • Molecules are linked through weak intermolecular C—H⋯O and C—H⋯π interactions.
  • The benzofuran unit is essentially planar.

Takeaway

Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found that its structure is held together by weak connections between its parts.

Methodology

The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811008270

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