9-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-3,3,6,6-tetramethyl-4,5,6,9-tetrahydro-3H-xanthene-1,8(2H,7H)-dione
2011
Study of a New Xanthene Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Mehdi Sayed Hasan, Sulaiman Othman, Ghalib Raza Murad, Yeap Chin Sing, Fun Hoong-Kun
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Hypothesis
The study aims to synthesize and analyze the structure of a new xanthene derivative.
Conclusion
The new xanthene compound was successfully synthesized and its structure was confirmed through various analytical techniques.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound's structure was confirmed by X-ray analysis.
- The synthesis involved heating specific reactants in glacial acetic acid.
- The final product was obtained with a yield of 90%.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical compound and checked its structure to see how it looks.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using dimedone and veratraldehyde in glacial acetic acid, followed by crystallization.
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