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This study details the crystal structure of a novel organic compound, C(9)H(8)BrNO(4). The acetate group exhibits near planarity and a specific orientation relative to the aromatic ring, forming a 3D network via intermolecular interactions.

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Area of Science:

Crystallography
Organic Chemistry
Materials Science

Background:

Understanding molecular interactions is crucial for designing new materials.
Crystal structure analysis provides insights into intermolecular forces and packing arrangements.

Purpose of the Study:

To elucidate the crystal structure of the title compound, C(9)H(8)BrNO(4).
To investigate the spatial arrangement of the acetate group and its orientation relative to the aromatic ring.
To characterize the intermolecular interactions present in the crystal lattice.

Main Methods:

Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, and dihedral angles was performed.
Intermolecular interactions, specifically C-H⋯O interactions, were identified and analyzed.

Main Results:

The acetate group was found to be nearly planar, with a maximum deviation of 0.042(3) Å.
A dihedral angle of 73.24(3)° was observed between the acetate group and the aromatic ring.
Intermolecular C-H⋯O interactions were identified, leading to the formation of a 3D network with R(2)(2)(10) ring motifs.

Conclusions:

The crystal structure of C(9)H(8)BrNO(4) reveals specific geometric parameters for the acetate and aromatic moieties.
The identified intermolecular C-H⋯O interactions play a significant role in stabilizing the crystal packing.
The formation of a 3D network highlights potential applications in supramolecular chemistry and crystal engineering.