2-Methyl-5,6-dinitro­benzimidazolium chloride C8H7N4O4+·Cl−
2011

Crystal Structure of 2-Methyl-5,6-Dinitro­Benzimidazolium Chloride

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Dinçer Sebla, Gönülalan Gonca, Tercan Barış, Hökelek Tuncer

Primary Institution: Ankara University

Conclusion

The crystal structure of the compound shows a three-dimensional network formed by hydrogen bonds.

Supporting Evidence

  • Benzimidazole derivatives have various biological activities.
  • The title compound was synthesized as part of ongoing investigations.
  • The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.

Takeaway

Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found out how its tiny parts are arranged together.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811008105

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