17-Deoxoestrone [estra-1,3,5(10)-trien-3-ol]–methanol (3/1) 3C18H24O·CH4O
2011
Structure of 17-Deoxoestrone and Methanol
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Ketuly Kamal Aziz, Hadi A. Hamid, Ng Seik Weng, Tiekink Edward R. T.
Primary Institution: University of Malaya
Conclusion
The study describes the crystal and molecular structure of 17-deoxoestrone and methanol, revealing multiple conformations and hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The study identifies three independent molecules of 17-deoxoestrone and one methanol molecule in the asymmetric unit.
- Two of the estrone molecules exhibit disorder, leading to multiple discernible conformations.
- Hydrogen bonding interactions link the molecules into a supramolecular chain.
Takeaway
The researchers looked at how a specific chemical compound, 17-deoxoestrone, is structured when mixed with methanol, finding that it can take different shapes.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and analyzed using X-ray crystallography to determine its structure.
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