2-Methoxynaphthalene-1,4-dione
2011
Study of 2-Methoxy-naphthalene-1,4-dione from Impatiens balsamina
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Author Information
Author(s): Jin Bo, Song Zhong-Cheng, Jiang Fu-Sheng, Liu Wen-Hong, Ding Zhi-Shan
Primary Institution: Zhejiang Traditional Chinese Medicine University
Conclusion
The molecular structure of 2-Methoxy-naphthalene-1,4-dione was successfully identified and characterized.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was isolated from Impatiens balsamina plants grown in the laboratory.
- The molecular structure was characterized using crystallographic methods.
Takeaway
Researchers looked at a compound from a plant called Impatiens balsamina and figured out what it looks like.
Methodology
The compound was extracted from dried leaves of Impatiens balsamina using alcohol and chloroform, followed by chromatography and recrystallization.
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