2,4-Dimethyl-N-(4-methylphenyl)benzenesulfonamide
2011
Structure of 2,4-Dimethyl-N-(4-methylphenyl)benzenesulfonamide
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Nirmala P. G., Foro Sabine, Gowda B. Thimme
Primary Institution: Mangalore University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the structural effects of substituents on N-(aryl)arylsulfonamides.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound shows two independent molecules with specific torsion angles and dihedral angles between the benzene rings.
Supporting Evidence
- The asymmetric unit contains two independent molecules.
- The molecules are twisted at the S—N bonds.
- The dihedral angles between the benzene rings are 72.0° and 78.3°.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at how different groups attached to a molecule change its shape, and they found two similar but slightly different shapes in their crystals.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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