2-[(1R*,4R*)-1,4-Dihydroxycyclohexyl]acetic acid
2011
Structure of a Compound from Senecio desfontanei
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Arfan Mohammad, Hussain Syed Hamid, Tahir M. Nawaz, Rafique Jamal, Shaheen Farzana
Primary Institution: Institute of Chemical Sciences, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, Pakistan
Conclusion
The study reveals the crystal structure of a compound derived from Senecio desfontanei, showing a three-dimensional polymeric network stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound's molecular structure includes cyclohexane and acetic acid groups.
- Hydrogen bonding plays a crucial role in stabilizing the crystal structure.
- The study utilized advanced crystallographic techniques for analysis.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a plant compound and found out how its molecules are arranged in a special way that helps them stick together.
Methodology
The compound was extracted from the plant using methanol and purified through column chromatography.
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