5-Cyclohexyl-3-(4-fluorophenylsulfonyl)-2-methyl-1-benzofuran
2011
Crystal Structure of a Benzofuran Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Choi Hong Dae, Seo Pil Ja, Son Byeng Wha, Lee Uk
Primary Institution: Dongeui University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a compound with a benzofuran unit, revealing its molecular conformation and packing interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The cyclohexyl ring adopts a chair conformation.
- The 4-fluorophenyl ring makes a dihedral angle of 77.71° with the mean plane of the benzofuran fragment.
- Molecules are linked through intermolecular hydrogen bonds and aromatic π–π interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special chemical compound to see how its parts fit together, and they found that it has a unique shape and sticks together in a certain way.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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