1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-4-(4-methylphenyl)-3-phenoxyazetidin-2-one
2011
Crystal Structure of a β-lactam Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Akkurt Mehmet, Dağdemir Yılmaz, Jarrahpour Aliasghar, Rostami Maryam, Büyükgüngör Orhan
Primary Institution: Erciyes University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of a β-lactam derivative.
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals that the β-lactam ring is nearly planar and stabilized by various interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The β-lactam ring is almost planar with a small deviation.
- Intramolecular hydrogen bonds stabilize the structure.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds form layers in the crystal.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at a special type of molecule called a β-lactam and found out how its parts fit together in a crystal.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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