Ethyl 1-[2-(morpholin-4-yl)ethyl]-2-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-1H-benzimidazole-5-carboxylate
2011
Study of a New Benzimidazole Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Yoon Yeong Keng, Ali Mohamed Ashraf, Choon Tan Soo, Hemamalini Madhukar, Fun Hoong-Kun
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound shows a two-dimensional network formed by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The morpholine ring adopts a chair conformation.
- The benzimidazole ring is approximately planar.
- Adjacent molecules are linked via hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a new chemical compound and found that its molecules are connected in a special way, forming a network.
Methodology
X-ray crystallography was used to determine the structure of the compound.
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