5-Hydroxyindan-1-one C9H8O2
2011
Study of 5-Hydroxyindan-1-one Crystal Structure
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Chen Kew-Yu, Fang Tzu-Chien, Chang Ming-Jen
Primary Institution: Feng Chia University
Conclusion
The crystal structure of 5-hydroxyindan-1-one shows that the molecules are linked by strong hydrogen bonds, forming a one-dimensional chain.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is perfectly planar except for the hydrogen atoms of the CH2 groups.
- Strong intermolecular hydrogen bonds link the molecules in the crystal.
- The study provides a detailed crystallographic analysis of the compound.
Takeaway
This study looks at how the molecules of a compound called 5-hydroxyindan-1-one stick together in a crystal, making a long chain.
Methodology
Crystallographic studies were conducted using a Bruker SMART CCD detector diffractometer.
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