2-(3-Hydroxybenzylamino)acetic acid
2011
Study of 2-(3-Hydroxybenzylamino)acetic Acid
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhi Li-Hua, Wu Wei-Na
Primary Institution: Henan Polytechnic University
Hypothesis
The study aims to synthesize and characterize the compound 2-(3-hydroxybenzylamino)acetic acid using X-ray diffraction.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound is stabilized by hydrogen bonds between molecules.
Supporting Evidence
- The study presents the crystal structure of the compound with two independent molecules.
- The dihedral angle between the benzene rings is measured at 58.12 degrees.
- Hydrogen bonds are identified as stabilizing factors in the crystal packing.
Takeaway
The researchers made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure using special X-ray techniques.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized from glycine and 3-hydroxybenzaldehyde, followed by characterization using X-ray diffraction.
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