Tetramethyl 5,5′-[4,5-dicyano-1,2-phenylenebis(oxy)]diisophthalate chloroform monosolvate
2011
Crystal Structure of Tetramethyl 5,5′-[4,5-dicyano-1,2-phenylenebis(oxy)]diisophthalate Chloroform Monosolvate
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Author Information
Author(s): Yang Fei, Meng Fanjun, Zhang Xiaomei, Bai Ming
Primary Institution: Shandong University
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound reveals weak intermolecular hydrogen bonds that link molecules into dimers.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound's molecular structure shows a kite-like configuration.
- Dihedral angles between the phenoxy rings and the central phenyl ring were measured.
- Weak intermolecular hydrogen bonds were identified in the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found that its molecules stick together in pairs because of weak bonds.
Methodology
The compound was prepared using a published procedure, and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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