5-[4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)phen­yl]-2H-tetra­zole dihydrate C10H8N6·2H2O
2011

Crystal Structure of a New Imidazole Derivative

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Zhang Yan-Hua, Tian Da-Min

Primary Institution: Henan University of Urban Construction

Hypothesis

The study aims to investigate the crystal structure of a new imidazole derivative.

Conclusion

The new imidazole derivative crystallizes with specific dihedral angles and exhibits various hydrogen bonding and stacking interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The title compound exhibits dihedral angles of 23.59° and 16.99° with the terminal rings.
  • Weak intermolecular hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions were observed in the crystal structure.

Takeaway

Scientists created a new crystal from a chemical compound and found that its structure has interesting angles and connections between its parts.

Methodology

The compound was dissolved in ethanol and allowed to evaporate slowly to form crystals, which were then analyzed using X-ray diffraction.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811019647

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