2,4,5,6-Tetra­methyl-3-phenyl­sulfinyl-1-benzofuran
2011

Crystal Structure of a Benzofuran Compound

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

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

Primary Institution: Dongeui University

Conclusion

The study presents the crystal structure of 2,4,5,6-tetramethyl-3-phenylsulfinyl-1-benzofuran, revealing its molecular geometry and intermolecular interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The phenyl ring makes a dihedral angle of 87.47° with the benzofuran fragment.
  • Weak intermolecular C—H⋯O hydrogen bonds and C—H⋯π interactions stabilize the crystal packing.

Takeaway

Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found out how its molecules are arranged and how they interact with each other.

Methodology

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

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811018952

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