Organic Papers
2011
Study of Methyl 3,4-bis(cyclopropylmethoxy)benzoate
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Cheng Xian-Chao, Hou Jing-Jing, Xie Cheng-Zhi, Wang Run-Ling, Xu Wei-Ren
Primary Institution: Tianjin Medical University
Conclusion
The crystal structure of methyl 3,4-bis(cyclopropylmethoxy)benzoate was confirmed through crystallographic analysis.
Supporting Evidence
- The title compound was obtained as a byproduct during the synthesis of another compound.
- Crystallographic analysis confirmed that all bond lengths and angles in the compound were normal.
- The molecules in the crystal are linked by intermolecular C—H⋯O interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists accidentally created a new compound while trying to make something else, and they figured out what it looked like using special X-ray techniques.
Methodology
Crystallographic analysis was performed using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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