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Diphenyl-methyl isothio-cyanate.

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This study details the molecular structure of C(14)H(11)NS, revealing specific dihedral angles between phenyl rings. No aromatic pi-pi stacking interactions were detected in the crystal structure.

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Area of Science:

  • Crystallography
  • Chemical Structure Analysis

Background:

  • Understanding molecular geometry is crucial in chemical research.
  • The compound C(14)H(11)NS is a novel chemical entity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To elucidate the crystal structure of C(14)H(11)NS.
  • To determine the spatial arrangement and intermolecular interactions within the crystal lattice.

Main Methods:

  • Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed.
  • Analysis of the asymmetric unit and molecular conformation.

Main Results:

  • The asymmetric unit contains two molecules of C(14)H(11)NS.
  • Significant dihedral angles of 77.23(7)° and 86.30(7)° were measured between phenyl rings.
  • Absence of aromatic pi-pi stacking interactions was confirmed.

Conclusions:

  • The crystal packing of C(14)H(11)NS is characterized by specific phenyl ring orientations.
  • The lack of pi-pi stacking influences the solid-state properties.