Organic Papers: 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-benzimidazole monohydrate
2011
Structure of 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-benzimidazole Monohydrate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ghalib Raza Murad, Hashim Rokiah, Sulaiman Othman, Quah Ching Kheng, Fun Hoong-Kun
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conclusion
The crystal structure of 2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-benzimidazole monohydrate is stabilized by hydrogen bonds and π–π interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is approximately planar with a maximum deviation of 0.137 Å.
- Hydrogen bonds form sheets parallel to the (100) plane.
- There is a π–π interaction between the benzene and imidazole rings.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special chemical compound and how its structure is held together by water and other interactions.
Methodology
X-ray crystallography was used to determine the crystal structure.
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