Benzyl(phenyl)phosphinic acid C13H13O2P
2011
Crystal Structure of Benzyl(phenyl)phosphinic Acid
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Burrow Robert A., Siqueira da Silva Rubia M.
Primary Institution: Universidade Federal de Santa Maria
Conclusion
The study successfully determined the crystal structure of benzyl(phenyl)phosphinic acid, revealing its enantiomerically pure nature and unique bonding characteristics.
Supporting Evidence
- The crystal structure was found to be enantiomerically pure with R stereochemistry.
- Hydrogen bonding was observed linking individual molecules into continuous chains.
- An unusually long P═O bond and a wider C—P—C angle were noted in the structure.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special type of acid and found out how its tiny building blocks fit together in a crystal, showing some interesting connections between them.
Methodology
The crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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