1-(2-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3-(4-methylphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one
2011
Crystal Structure of a Chalcone Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Thippeswamy G. B., Vijay Kumar D., Jayashree B. S., Sridhar M. A., Shashidhara Prasad J.
Primary Institution: Department of Studies in Physics, University of Mysore
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of a substituted 2-hydroxy-chalcone compound.
Conclusion
The compound exhibits a planar structure with specific dihedral angles and intramolecular hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The molecule exists in the E conformation with respect to the central C=C bond.
- It has an intramolecular O—H⋯O hydrogen bond that generates an S(6) ring.
- The packing of the molecules is characterized by C—H⋯O interactions.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special molecule that has a flat shape and some parts that stick together like glue.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using a reaction between 2-hydroxy-4-methoxyacetophenone and 4-methylbenzaldehyde, followed by crystallization and characterization using spectroscopic techniques.
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