Organic Papers Gallic acid C7H6O5
2011
Structure of Gallic Acid
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Zhao Jianping, Khan Ikhlas A., Fronczek Frank R.
Primary Institution: University of Mississippi
Hypothesis
The study aims to determine the crystal structure of anhydrous gallic acid.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of anhydrous gallic acid was successfully determined, revealing its planar conformation and hydrogen-bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- Gallic acid is widely distributed in plants and has various biological activities.
- The study provides the first crystal structure of the unsolvated compound of gallic acid.
- The molecular conformation of gallic acid is essentially planar.
Takeaway
The researchers figured out how gallic acid is arranged in its crystal form, which helps us understand its properties better.
Methodology
Gallic acid was isolated from Galega officinalis and its structure was determined using X-ray crystallography.
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