(S)-Methyl 2-{(S)-2-[bis(4-methoxyphenyl)methylideneamino]-3-hydroxypropanamido}-3-methylbutanoate C24H30N2O6
2011
Study of a Schiff Base Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Keyari Charles M., Polt Robin, Nichol Gary S.
Primary Institution: The University of Arizona
Hypothesis
The study investigates the molecular structure and interactions of a specific Schiff base compound.
Conclusion
The compound adopts an extended conformation stabilized by intramolecular hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound has been assigned the S,S configuration based on the chemical synthesis.
- Intramolecular hydrogen bonding contributes to the stability of the compound's conformation.
- Additional hydrogen bonding links the molecules into a chain within the crystal.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special chemical compound and found that it has a stable shape because of certain bonds inside it.
Methodology
The study involved crystallization and X-ray diffraction analysis to determine the molecular structure.
Limitations
Data for this structure are only measured to 96% completeness due to the loss of the crystal before further data collection could be performed.
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