9-(4-Nitrophenylsulfonyl)-9H-carbazole
2011
Crystal Structure of a Compound with Carbazole Skeleton
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Uludağ Nesimi, Ateş Murat, Tercan Barış, Hökelek Tuncer
Primary Institution: Namık Kemal University
Hypothesis
The study aims to ascertain the crystal structure of the title compound.
Conclusion
The compound features a nearly planar carbazole skeleton with specific hydrogen bonding interactions that stabilize its structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The carbazole skeleton is nearly planar with a maximum deviation of 0.037 Å.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds link the molecules into a three-dimensional network.
- The study provides insights into the structural properties of carbazole-based compounds.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special molecule that has a structure similar to a building made of blocks, and they found out how those blocks fit together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using carbazole and 4-nitrobenzene-1-sulfonyl chloride, followed by crystallization.
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