Organic Papers
2011
Crystal Structure of a Naphthalene Derivative
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kato Yuichi, Nagasawa Atsushi, Sasagawa Kosuke, Okamoto Akiko, Yonezawa Noriyuki
Primary Institution: Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology
Conclusion
The study reveals the crystal structure of a 1,6-dibenzoylated naphthalene derivative with two independent conformers.
Supporting Evidence
- The asymmetric unit contains two independent conformers.
- The crystal packing is stabilized by weak intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
- Dihedral angles between the aromatic rings and naphthalene rings were measured.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special type of naphthalene molecule and found that it can exist in two different shapes.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction analysis.
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