2-Hydroxy-2-(3-oxobutan-2-yl)indan-1,3-dione C13H12O4
2011
Structure of a New Compound from Ninhydrin Reaction
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Author Information
Author(s): Ghalib Raza Murad, Hashim Rokiah, Mehdi Sayed Hasan, Yeap Chin Sing, Fun Hoong-Kun
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Hypothesis
The study investigates the structure of a compound formed by the reaction of ninhydrin with ethylmethyl ketone in acetic acid.
Conclusion
The title compound has potential as a starting material for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was formed by the reaction of ninhydrin with ethylmethyl ketone.
- The structure was determined using X-ray crystallography.
- The compound has potential applications in synthesizing complex heterocycles.
Takeaway
The researchers created a new chemical compound and found that it could be used to make other complex chemicals.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by heating a mixture of ninhydrin and ethylmethyl ketone in acetic acid, followed by crystallization.
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