(1RS,6SR)-Ethyl 4,6-bis(4-fluorophenyl)-2-oxocyclohex-3-ene-1-carboxylate
2011
Crystal Structure of a New Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Dutkiewicz Grzegorz, Narayana B., Veena K., Yathirajan H. S., Kubicki Maciej
Primary Institution: Adam Mickiewicz University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of ethyl 4,6-bis(4-fluorophenyl)-2-oxocyclohex-3-ene-1-carboxylate, revealing its unique conformation and intermolecular interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The cyclohexene ring adopts a slightly distorted sofa conformation.
- Two benzene rings are inclined at an angle of 76.27°.
- Weak intermolecular interactions contribute to the three-dimensional structure of the crystal.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a new chemical compound and found out how its atoms are arranged in a special shape, which helps understand how it might behave in different situations.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized through a reflux reaction and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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