4-Chloro-1-methyl-indoline-2,3-dione
Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|January 20, 2012
Summary
This study details the crystal structure of a planar molecule, C(9)H(6)ClNO(2). Intermolecular hydrogen bonds play a crucial role in stabilizing its solid-state arrangement.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Chemical Physics
Background:
- Understanding molecular structure and intermolecular interactions is key in materials science.
- Planar molecules often exhibit unique electronic and packing properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure of the title molecule, C(9)H(6)ClNO(2).
- To investigate the role of intermolecular forces in stabilizing 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 deviations from planarity.
Main Results:
- The title molecule, C(9)H(6)ClNO(2), was found to be essentially planar.
- The indoline ring system showed minimal deviation (0.027(3) Å).
- Intermolecular C-H⋯O hydrogen bonds were identified as the primary stabilizing forces in the crystal structure.
Conclusions:
- The planarity of the molecule is a significant structural feature.
- Hydrogen bonding network effectively consolidates the crystal packing.
- This structural information is vital for predicting physical properties and potential applications.
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