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Facile Preparation of (2Z,4E)-Dienamides by the Olefination of Electron-deficient Alkenes with Allyl Acetate
Published on: June 21, 2017
(E)-1-(4-Bromo-phen-yl)-3-(2-fur-yl)prop-2-en-1-one
Summary
The study determined the 3D structure of a brominated organic compound, C(13)H(9)BrO(2). Its benzene and furan rings are twisted at a 44.35-degree angle, with no close intermolecular contacts in its crystal form.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Organic Chemistry
- Materials Science
Background:
- Understanding the three-dimensional structure of organic molecules is crucial for predicting their properties and reactivity.
- Brominated organic compounds are important intermediates in various chemical syntheses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure and molecular geometry of the title compound, C(13)H(9)BrO(2).
- To analyze the intermolecular interactions and packing in the solid state.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular structure.
- Crystal structure analysis was performed to investigate molecular conformation and packing.
Main Results:
- The dihedral angle between the benzene and furan rings was determined to be 44.35(14)°.
- Analysis of the crystal packing revealed no unusually short intermolecular contacts, indicating typical van der Waals interactions dominate.
Conclusions:
- The study provides precise structural data for C(13)H(9)BrO(2), contributing to the understanding of structure-property relationships in related organic molecules.
- The observed molecular conformation and packing are consistent with expected behavior for this class of compounds.
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