Organic Papers: 4-Chloro-N-(2,3-dimethyl­phen­yl)benzene­sulfonamide
2011

Crystal Structure of 4-Chloro-N-(2,3-dimethylphenyl)benzenesulfonamide

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

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

Primary Institution: Mangalore University

Hypothesis

The study investigates the crystal structure and hydrogen bonding of a specific sulfonamide compound.

Conclusion

The crystal structure of 4-chloro-N-(2,3-dimethylphenyl)benzenesulfonamide was successfully determined, revealing specific hydrogen bonding interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The two aromatic rings in the compound are tilted relative to each other by 34.7°.
  • The molecules form zigzag chains via intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
  • The study contributes to understanding the structural properties of sulfonamides.

Takeaway

Scientists looked at how a certain chemical compound is structured and how its parts stick together, which helps us understand its properties better.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized and characterized using X-ray diffraction and spectroscopic methods.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811016321

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