Synthesis and Mesomorphism of Aryl p-Fluoralkyl (alkoxy) benzoates

Abstract
The mesomorphic p-alkoxyphenyl and p-phenylene p-trifluoromethyl-, p-trifluoromethoxy-, p-pentafluoroethoxy, and p-difluoromethoxy-benzoates were prepared, and their transition temperatures measured. The mesomorphic properties of the compounds were compared with those of their hydrogen analogues.