6-Bromo-3-methyl-2-phenyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine
2011
Structure of 6-Bromo-3-methyl-2-phenyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ouzidan Younes, Essassi El Mokhtar, Luis Santiago V., Bolte Michael, El Ammari Lahcen
Primary Institution: Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a compound with two fused rings that are nearly planar and held together by π–π stacking interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound's structure features two nearly planar fused rings.
- The dihedral angle between the imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine and phenyl ring is 41.84°.
- The structure is stabilized by π–π stacking interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special chemical compound and found that its structure is flat and stable because of how its parts fit together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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