4-(4-Chlorophenyl)-4-hydroxypiperidinium 2-(2-phenylethyl)benzoate
2011
Crystal Structure of 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)-4-hydroxypiperidinium 2-(2-phenylethyl)benzoate
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Fun Hoong-Kun, Hemamalini Madhukar, Siddaraju B. P., Yathirajan H. S., Narayana B.
Primary Institution: X-ray Crystallography Unit, School of Physics, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals that the piperidinium ring adopts a chair conformation and is stabilized by hydrogen bonds and weak interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The piperidinium ring adopts a chair conformation.
- Cations and anions are connected by intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
- The crystal structure is stabilized by weak C—H⋯π interactions.
Takeaway
This study looks at the structure of a chemical compound that can be used in medicines, showing how its parts fit together.
Methodology
X-ray crystallography was used to determine the crystal structure of the compound.
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