(1R,2S)-[(R)-1-(2-Hy­droxy­naphthalen-1-yl)naphthalen-2-yl] 2-ethynyl­cyclo­propane-1-carboxyl­ate C26H18O3
2011

Crystal Structure of a Cyclopropane Formate Ester

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Author Information

Author(s): Fan Jinlong, Qin Zhaohai

Primary Institution: China Agricultural University

Conclusion

The study successfully determined the crystal structure of a stable cyclopropane formate ester intermediate.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound is a stable intermediate in the synthesis of abscisic acid analogues.
  • The crystal structure consists of a three-membered ring and two naphthalene nuclei.
  • The study utilized X-ray diffraction to determine the structure.

Takeaway

The researchers looked at a special chemical structure that helps plants grow better, and they figured out how it looks.

Methodology

The crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction techniques.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811011627

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