Piperazine-1,4-diium bis(hydrogen 2-propyl-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylate) monohydrate
2011
Crystal Structure of a Proton-Transfer Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Gao Zhu-Qing, Gu Jin-Zhong
Primary Institution: Taiyuan University of Science and Technology
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of a new proton-transfer compound derived from 2-propyl-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid and piperazine.
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals a three-dimensional framework stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is a hydrated proton-transfer compound.
- The asymmetric unit contains one half-cation, one anion, and half a water molecule.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds contribute to the three-dimensional structure.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new compound and looked at its structure to see how it holds together. They found that special bonds help keep it stable.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting 2-propyl-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid with piperazine in water under heat, followed by crystallization.
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