Organic Papers: 8-Nitroquinoline C9H6N2O2
2011
Crystal Structure of 8-Nitroquinoline
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Xu Liang, Xu Bao-Li, Lu Shu-Jun, Wang Bing, Kang Ting-Guo
Primary Institution: Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hypothesis
The study aims to report the crystal structure of 8-nitroquinoline, which has not been previously documented.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of 8-nitroquinoline was successfully determined, revealing an almost planar molecule.
Supporting Evidence
- The molecule is almost flat, with a dihedral angle of 3.0° between the pyridine and benzene rings.
- The synthesis followed a known procedure, ensuring reproducibility.
- The study provides a detailed crystal structure analysis using X-ray diffraction.
Takeaway
The researchers figured out what 8-nitroquinoline looks like at a tiny level, which helps us understand how it behaves.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using a literature procedure and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
Limitations
The study does not provide extensive pharmacological data on the compound.
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