2-Bromo-1-(3-nitrophenyl)ethanone
2011

Crystal Structure of 2-Bromo-1-(3-nitrophenyl)ethanone

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Jasinski Jerry P., Butcher Ray J., Praveen A. S., Yathirajan H. S., Narayana B.

Primary Institution: Keene State College

Conclusion

The study reports the crystal structure of 2-Bromo-1-(3-nitrophenyl)ethanone, highlighting its stability due to various intermolecular interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound crystallizes in a triclinic structure with two molecules in the asymmetric unit.
  • Extensive weak hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking contribute to the crystal's stability.
  • The study provides detailed bond lengths and angles that are within normal ranges.

Takeaway

The researchers looked at a special chemical compound and found out how its tiny parts fit together in a stable way.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536810049585

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