Organic Papers
2011
Synthesis and Structure of a New Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wang Li, Jiao Shuo, Shi Peng, Wei Ge-Hong
Primary Institution: Northwest A&F University
Conclusion
The compound was successfully synthesized and characterized, showing normal bond lengths and angles.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was synthesized by reacting 2,4-dihydroxyacetophenone, potassium carbonate, and 1-bromo-2-chloroethane.
- X-ray analysis showed normal bond lengths and angles in the compound.
- The dihedral angle between the benzene ring and the plane of the compound was measured.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure to see how it was built.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using the Williamson reaction and characterized using X-ray crystallography.
Limitations
No significantly short intermolecular contacts were found in the crystal lattice.
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