N-[4-Cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-2-methoxybenzamide
2011
Structure of a New Compound with Trifluoromethyl Group
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Nanjunda Swamy S., Manjunath H. R., Priya B. S., Basappa, Sridhar M. A., Rangappa K. S.
Primary Institution: Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of N-[4-Cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-2-methoxybenzamide.
Conclusion
The compound exhibits a non-planar structure with specific hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The carboxamide group is in a syn-periplanar configuration.
- The dihedral angle between the two aromatic rings is 13.95°.
- The crystal structure is stabilized by intermolecular and intramolecular hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure using X-ray techniques to see how its parts fit together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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