2-(Biphenyl-4-yloxy)acetic acid
2011
Crystal Structure of Biphenyl-4-yloxyacetic Acid
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wang En-Ju, Chen Guang-Ying
Primary Institution: Hainan Normal University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of biphenyl-4-yloxyacetic acid, revealing its unique molecular arrangement and hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The crystal structure shows a dihedral angle of 47.51° between the phenyl and benzene rings.
- Molecules are dimerized by double hydrogen bonds, forming centrosymmetric motifs.
- The dimers are linked by C—H⋯π interactions into zigzag layers.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a chemical compound to see how its molecules are arranged in a crystal. They found that the molecules stick together in a special way.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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