2′-Chloro-4-meth­oxy-3-nitro­benzil
2011

Study of 2′-Chloro-4-methoxy-3-nitro­benzil

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Nithya G., Thanuja B., Chakkaravarthi G., Kanagam Charles C.

Primary Institution: Vels University

Conclusion

The crystal structure of the compound is stabilized by weak intermolecular hydrogen bonds.

Supporting Evidence

  • The dihedral angle between the aromatic rings is 87.99°.
  • The O—C—C—O torsion angle between the two carbonyl units is −119.03°.
  • The crystal structure exhibits weak C—H⋯O hydrogen bonds.

Takeaway

The researchers looked at a chemical compound and found that its structure is held together by weak bonds between its molecules.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized through benzoin condensation and characterized using X-ray crystallography.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811019532

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