Organic Papers
2011
(E)-Ethyl 2-cyano-3-[4-(4,5-diphenyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)phenyl]acrylate dihydrate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Liao Wei-Xing, Peng Yi-Wen, Yu Li, Ning Xiao-Qing, Zeng He-Ping
Primary Institution: School of Chemistry and Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, People’s Republic of China
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound shows that the three benzene rings are not coplanar with the imidazole ring, and water molecules stabilize the structure through hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound's molecular structure includes three benzene rings attached to an imidazole ring.
- Dihedral angles between the benzene ring planes and the imidazole ring were measured.
- Hydrogen bonding interactions were identified as stabilizing factors in the crystal structure.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special chemical compound and how its parts fit together in a crystal. It shows that some parts are tilted and that water helps hold everything together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction.
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