1,3-Dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)propan-2-aminium formate
2011
Crystal Structure of a New Compound
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Ren Guo-Bin, Qi Ming-Hui, Chen Jin-Yao, Meng Kun-Yan, Zhong Jia-Liang
Primary Institution: Shanghai Institute of Pharmaceutical Industry
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound C4H12NO3+·CHO2− was successfully determined, revealing strong intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was obtained from 1,3-dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)propan-2-aminium acetate and ethyl formate.
- The structure features strong intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
- The crystal data was collected using a Bruker APEXII diffractometer.
Takeaway
Scientists figured out how a new chemical compound is structured by looking at its crystals under special light.
Methodology
X-ray crystallography was used to determine the structure of the compound.
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