4-(4-Hydroxymethyl-1H-1,2,3-triazol-1-yl)benzoic acid
2011
Study of 4-(4-Hydroxymethyl-1H-1,2,3-triazol-1-yl)benzoic Acid
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ishak Dayang Hazwani Abang, Tajuddin Hairul Anuar, Abdullah Zanariah, Abd Halim Siti Nadiah, Tiekink Edward R. T.
Primary Institution: Department of Chemistry, University of Malaya
Conclusion
The study reveals the molecular structure and hydrogen bonding interactions of the compound, which is a precursor for fluorescent surfactants.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound exhibits a small twist between the benzene and triazole rings.
- Hydrogen bonds lead to the formation of supramolecular chains.
- The carboxylic acid group is almost coplanar with the benzene ring.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special chemical compound and how its parts are arranged, which helps in making bright surfactants.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized via a Cu(I)-catalyzed cycloaddition and characterized using X-ray crystallography.
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