4-Chloro-N-(4-nitrobenzoyl)benzenesulfonamide
2011
Crystal Structure of 4-Chloro-N-(4-nitrobenzoyl)benzenesulfonamide
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Suchetan P. A., Foro Sabine, Gowda B. Thimme
Conclusion
The study determined the crystal structure of 4-chloro-N-(4-nitrobenzoyl)benzenesulfonamide, revealing specific torsion angles and hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The N—H bond is anti to the C=O bond, similar to other compounds studied.
- The dihedral angle between the two aromatic rings is 87.8°.
- Molecules are linked into chains via N—H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
Scientists looked at how a specific chemical compound is arranged in a crystal. They found out how the parts of the molecule twist and connect with each other.
Methodology
The compound was prepared by refluxing a mixture of 4-nitrobenzoic acid, 4-chlorobenzenesulfonamide, and phosphorous oxychloride, followed by crystallization from toluene.
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