Ethyl 2-(1H-1,2,3-benzotriazol-1-yl)acetate
2011
Synthesis and Structure of Ethyl 2-(1H-1,2,3-benzotriazol-1-yl)acetate
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Author Information
Author(s): Li Xiao-Xia, Chen Zhong
Primary Institution: Institute of Functional Materials, Jiangxi University of Finance & Economics, Nanchang, People’s Republic of China
Conclusion
The compound was successfully synthesized and characterized, revealing a three-dimensional crystal structure stabilized by weak intermolecular interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was synthesized through a reaction involving 1H-benzotriazole and ethyl 2-chloroacetate.
- X-ray diffraction was used to characterize the structure of the synthesized compound.
- Weak intermolecular interactions were observed in the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure using X-ray. They found that it has a special arrangement that helps hold it together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting 1H-benzotriazole with ethyl 2-chloroacetate in ethanol, followed by crystallization.
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