Organic Papers 2-Hydroxyethyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate C9H10O4
2011

Study of 2-Hydroxyethyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate Crystal Structure

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Jeyalaxmi M., Jagadeesan G., Arulmoli J., Singh D. Roop, Aravindhan S.

Primary Institution: Presidency College, Chennai, India

Conclusion

The study reveals the crystal structure of 2-hydroxyethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, highlighting its molecular conformation and hydrogen bonding interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The dihedral angle between the benzene ring and the –CO2 unit is 11.93°.
  • Molecules are linked by O—H⋯O and C—H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
  • The study utilized a Bruker SMART APEXII CCD diffractometer for data collection.

Takeaway

This study looks at how a specific chemical compound is arranged in a solid form and how its molecules stick together.

Methodology

The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.

Limitations

The absolute structure of the compound could not be determined in this analysis.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536810054516

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