Organic Papers 3-Fluoro-4-nitrophenyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate
2011
Crystal Structure of 3-Fluoro-4-nitrophenyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ang Wei, Luo You-Fu, Deng Yong
Primary Institution: Sichuan University
Hypothesis
The study aims to report the crystal structure of 3-fluoro-4-nitrophenyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate.
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals a dihedral angle of 47.63° between the benzene rings and shows π–π stacking and weak hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The dihedral angle between the benzene rings is 47.63°.
- π–π stacking occurs between nearly parallel benzene rings of adjacent molecules.
- Weak intermolecular C—H⋯O hydrogen bonding is present in the crystal structure.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special chemical compound and found out how its atoms are arranged in a crystal.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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