(−)-Crebanine C20H21NO4
2011
Study of Crebanine Structure
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Duangthongyou Tanwawan, Makarasen Arthit, Techasakul Supanna, Chimnoi Nitirat, Siripaisarnpipat Sutatip
Primary Institution: Kasetsart University
Conclusion
The study successfully determined the crystal structure of crebanine, revealing its molecular configuration and packing characteristics.
Supporting Evidence
- The study identified two independent molecules in the asymmetric unit of crebanine.
- The crystal packing exhibited voids of 131 Å3.
- Crebanine was isolated from the dried tuber of Stephania venosa, a plant used in traditional medicine.
Takeaway
Crebanine is a compound found in a plant used in traditional medicine, and scientists figured out its structure using special techniques.
Methodology
The structure was determined using X-ray crystallography with a Bruker SMART CCD area-detector diffractometer.
Limitations
The absolute structure could not be determined from the X-ray analysis.
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