5-Chloro-3-cyclohexylsulfinyl-2-methyl-1-benzofuran
2011
Crystal Structure of 5-Chloro-3-cyclohexylsulfinyl-2-methyl-1-benzofuran
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Author Information
Author(s): Choi Hong Dae, Seo Pil Ja, Son Byeng Wha, Lee Uk
Primary Institution: Dongeui University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a compound with two independent molecules in the asymmetric unit, linked by weak hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound crystallizes in a non-centrosymmetric space group.
- There are two independent unique molecules in the asymmetric unit.
- The cyclohexyl rings adopt chair conformations.
- Weak intermolecular hydrogen bonds stabilize the molecular packing.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found out how its atoms are arranged in a crystal.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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