1-(4-Bromo-phen-yl)-3-chloro-propan-1-one.

Area of Science:

• Crystallography
• Organic Chemistry
• Solid-State Chemistry

Background:

• Understanding the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in organic molecules is crucial for predicting their properties and reactivity.
• The specific arrangement of halogen atoms can significantly influence molecular packing and intermolecular interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To elucidate the crystal structure of the title compound, C9H8BrClO.
• To describe the molecular geometry and packing in the solid state.

Main Methods:

• Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis was employed to determine the crystal structure.
• The compound was characterized by its crystallization in the monoclinic space group P21/n.

Main Results:

• The title compound, C9H8BrClO, crystallizes in the monoclinic space group P21/n.
• Four molecules are present in the unit cell.
• The molecular structure is characterized by near planarity, with the chlorine atom deviating from the main molecular plane.

Conclusions:

• The crystal structure provides fundamental insights into the solid-state behavior of C9H8BrClO.
• The observed molecular conformation, particularly the position of the chlorine atom, may influence crystal packing and physical properties.