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N-Cyclo-hexyl-benzamide.

Islam Ullah Khan, Rashid Javaid, Shahzad Sharif

    Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
    |May 19, 2011
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study reveals the molecular structure of C(13)H(17)NO, detailing its amide group

    Area of Science:

    • Crystallography
    • Organic Chemistry
    • Molecular Structure

    Background:

    • Understanding molecular conformation is crucial in organic chemistry.
    • Crystal packing influences material properties.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To elucidate the crystal structure of the title compound C(13)H(17)NO.
    • To analyze the intermolecular interactions within the crystal lattice.

    Main Methods:

    • Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular structure.
    • Analysis of hydrogen bonding and other non-covalent interactions was performed.

    Main Results:

    • The compound C(13)H(17)NO exhibits an anti conformation of its N-H and carbonyl groups.

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  • The amide group shows significant twisting relative to the benzene ring (torsion angle of -30.8°).
  • Intermolecular N-H⋯O hydrogen bonds form C(4) chains, and C-H⋯π interactions link these into sheets.

    • Conclusions:

    • The crystal structure provides insights into the conformational preferences of the amide group in this molecule.
    • The identified hydrogen bonding and C-H⋯π interactions dictate the observed crystal packing.