1,3-Di-n-butylthiourea
2011
Structure of 1,3-Di-n-butylthiourea
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Andrzej Okuniewski, Agnieszka Dąbrowska, Jaroslaw Chojnacki
Primary Institution: Gdansk University of Technology
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of 1,3-di-n-butylthiourea, revealing its dimeric formation and three-dimensional structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound forms centrosymmetric dimers through hydrogen bonding.
- The crystal structure features layers with a hydrophilic interior and a hydrophobic exterior.
- The study provides the first X-ray structure of pure 1,3-di-n-butylthiourea.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at how a chemical called 1,3-di-n-butylthiourea is arranged in crystals, showing how its parts stick together in a special way.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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