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Preparation of N-(2-alkoxyvinyl)sulfonamides from N-tosyl-1,2,3-triazoles and Subsequent Conversion to Substituted Phthalans and Phenethylamines
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N,N'-Bis(4-chloro-phenyl-sulfon-yl)suberamide
Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|November 18, 2011
Summary
This study details the crystal structure of a novel organic compound, C(20)H(22)Cl(2)N(2)O(6)S(2). Molecular conformation and intermolecular hydrogen bonding were analyzed, revealing specific structural arrangements in the solid state.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Organic Chemistry
- Solid-State Chemistry
Background:
- Understanding molecular structure and intermolecular interactions is crucial in materials science and drug design.
- The specific compound C(20)H(22)Cl(2)N(2)O(6)S(2) presents a unique arrangement of functional groups for investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure and molecular conformation of C(20)H(22)Cl(2)N(2)O(6)S(2).
- To investigate the intermolecular interactions, specifically hydrogen bonding, within the crystal lattice.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the three-dimensional structure.
- Analysis of bond lengths, bond angles, torsion angles, and intermolecular contacts was performed.
Main Results:
- The asymmetric unit contains a half-molecule with a center of symmetry. Conformations of amide and aliphatic segments were determined to be anti.
- The molecule exhibits a bent conformation at the sulfur atom (C-SO(2)-NH-C(O) torsion angle of -80.6°).
- Intermolecular N-H⋯O hydrogen bonds link molecules into chains along the b-axis.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a detailed structural characterization of C(20)H(22)Cl(2)N(2)O(6)S(2) in the solid state.
- The identified hydrogen bonding network influences the crystal packing and molecular arrangement.
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