1-Nonyl-1H-benzimidazol-2(3H)-one
2011
Structure of 1-Nonyl-1H-benzimidazol-2(3H)-one
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Ouzidan Younes, Kandri Rodi Youssef, Butcher Raymond J., Essassi El Mokhtar, El Ammari Lahcen
Primary Institution: Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of 1-nonyl-1H-benzimidazol-2(3H)-one, revealing its planar fused-ring system and hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The crystal structure is built from two fused six- and five-membered rings.
- The largest deviation from the mean plane of the fused-ring system is 0.009 Å.
- Intermolecular N—H⋯O hydrogen bonds form dimers with an R22(8) graph-set motif.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a molecule called 1-nonyl-1H-benzimidazol-2(3H)-one to see how it is built. They found that it has a flat shape and forms special connections with other molecules.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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