N-(3-Chloro-4-fluorophenyl)-2-(naphthalen-1-yl)acetamide
2011
Crystal Structure of N-(3-Chloro-4-fluorophenyl)-2-(naphthalen-1-yl)acetamide
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Praveen A. S., Jasinski Jerry P., Golen James A., Narayana B., Yathirajan H. S.
Primary Institution: University of Mysore
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound shows a dihedral angle of 60.5° between the chloro- and fluoro-substituted benzene ring and the naphthalene ring system.
Supporting Evidence
- The dihedral angle between the mean planes of the chloro- and fluoro-substituted benzene ring and the naphthalene ring system is 60.5°.
- Molecules are linked by N—H⋯O hydrogen bonds, forming a zigzag chain.
- Single crystals were grown from toluene by the slow evaporation method.
Takeaway
This study looks at a specific chemical compound and how its parts are arranged in a crystal. It helps scientists understand its structure better.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction.
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