Organic Papers 5-Fluoroisophthalic acid C8H5FO4
2011
Crystal Structure of 5-Fluoroisophthalic Acid
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Mi Jin-Ling, Chen Le, He Ming-Yang
Primary Institution: Changzhou University
Hypothesis
How does the fluorine atom influence the supramolecular interactions in 5-fluoroisophthalic acid?
Conclusion
The study reveals that 5-fluoroisophthalic acid forms a two-dimensional supramolecular array through hydrogen bonding and C—H···F interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The molecule is almost planar with a slight twist in the carboxyl group.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds and interactions create a two-dimensional structure.
- The study contributes to understanding the role of fluorine in crystal engineering.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special type of acid that has a fluorine atom in it, and it shows how this atom helps the molecules stick together in a certain way.
Methodology
Single crystals were obtained by slow evaporation of a methanol solution for X-ray diffraction analysis.
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