2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-oxoethyl 2,4-difluorobenzoate
2011
Crystal Structure of 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-oxoethyl 2,4-difluorobenzoate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Fun Hoong-Kun, Arshad Suhana, Garudachari B., Isloor Arun M., Satyanarayan M. N.
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conclusion
The study successfully determined the crystal structure of the compound, revealing important molecular interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound consists of two crystallographically independent molecules.
- The dihedral angles between the terminal benzene rings in the two molecules are significantly different.
- The crystal structure is stabilized by intermolecular hydrogen bonds and π–π interactions.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special chemical compound and found out how its molecules are arranged in a solid form.
Methodology
X-ray crystallography was used to analyze the crystal structure of the compound.
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