(1RS,6SR)-Ethyl 4-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-6-(4-fluorophenyl)-2-oxocyclohex-3-ene-1-carboxylate
2011
Crystal Structure of a Chemical Compound
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): G. Dutkiewicz, B. Narayana, K. Veena, H. S. Yathirajan, M. Kubicki
Primary Institution: Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland
Conclusion
The study successfully determined the crystal structure of the compound, revealing two similar symmetry-independent molecules.
Supporting Evidence
- The study identified two symmetry-independent molecules in the crystal structure.
- Normal probability plots showed high correlation between experimental and theoretical bond lengths and angles.
- The cyclohexene rings in the molecules adopt slightly distorted sofa conformations.
Takeaway
Scientists looked at a special chemical and found out how its tiny parts are arranged in a crystal. They saw that there are two very similar pieces in it.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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