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N-Cyclo-hexyl-2-(2,3-dichloro-phenyl-sulfan-yl)acetamide
Summary
The crystal structure of C(14)H(17)Cl(2)NOS reveals a chair conformation in its cyclo-hexyl ring and equatorial nitrogen atom. Molecules form chains through N-H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Organic Chemistry
- Molecular Structure
Background:
- Understanding molecular interactions is crucial in chemistry.
- Crystal structure analysis provides detailed insights into molecular arrangements and bonding.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine and analyze the crystal structure of the compound C(14)H(17)Cl(2)NOS.
- To elucidate the specific conformation and intermolecular interactions within the crystal lattice.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to obtain the crystal structure data.
- Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and intermolecular contacts was performed.
Main Results:
- The cyclo-hexyl ring adopts a chair conformation.
- The nitrogen atom is connected equatorially.
- Molecules are linked into chains via N-H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
Conclusions:
- The study successfully determined the three-dimensional structure of C(14)H(17)Cl(2)NOS.
- The observed hydrogen bonding network dictates the overall crystal packing and molecular assembly.
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