Organic Papers
2011

Structure of N-(2-Methylphenylsulfonyl)acetamide

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Shakuntala K., Foro Sabine, Gowda B. Thimme

Primary Institution: Mangalore University

Hypothesis

The study investigates the structural characteristics of N-(2-methylphenylsulfonyl)acetamide and how substituents affect its conformation.

Conclusion

The molecular structure of N-(2-methylphenylsulfonyl)acetamide shows specific torsion angles and hydrogen bonding that influence its crystal formation.

Supporting Evidence

  • The N—H and C=O bonds are anti to each other.
  • The C—S—N—C torsion angle is −58.2°.
  • Intermolecular N—H···O hydrogen bonds link the molecules into chains.

Takeaway

This study looks at how a specific chemical compound is shaped and how its parts fit together, which helps us understand its properties better.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized by refluxing 2-methylbenzenesulfonamide with acetyl chloride, followed by crystallization.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811014218

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