Organic Papers (2E)-3-{4-[(1H-1,3-Benzimidazol-2-yl)methoxy]-3-ethoxyphenyl}-1-(4-bromophenyl)prop-2-en-1-one monohydrate
2011
Crystal Structure of a New Chalcone Derivative
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Jasinski Jerry P., Miller William M., Samshuddin S., Narayana B., Yathirajan H. S.
Primary Institution: Department of Chemistry, Keene State College
Hypothesis
The study aims to investigate the crystal structure of a new chalcone derivative of 2-aryloxy methylbenzimidazole.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound shows disordered benzimidazole and water molecules, stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The benzimidazole fragment and water molecule are disordered over two positions.
- The crystal packing is stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
- The study contributes to the understanding of benzimidazole derivatives in medicinal chemistry.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new chemical compound and looked at its structure to understand how it is built and how it might be used.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using a mixture of specific chemicals and characterized using X-ray diffraction.
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