1-(2-Bromobenzoyl)-6,7-(methylenedioxy)isoquinoline C17H10BrNO3
2011
Study of a New Organic Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Achiwawanich Supakit, Khunnawutmanotham Nisachon, Techasakul Supanna, Chaichit Narongsuk, Siripaisarnpipat Sutatip
Primary Institution: Kasetsart University
Hypothesis
The title compound was synthesized to be used as a substrate for coupling reactions to obtain an oxoaporphine product.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound shows normal bond lengths and angles, with specific dihedral angles and intermolecular interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was synthesized from piperonal in five steps.
- The crystal structure exhibits weak intermolecular π-π interactions.
- The mean planes of tricycle and bromophenyl fragments form a dihedral angle of 75.5°.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure to understand how it behaves.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized through a series of chemical reactions and characterized using X-ray crystallography.
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