2,2′,2′′-(Nitrilo­trimethyl­ene)tris­(1H-benzimidazol-3-ium) trinitrate
2011

Crystal Structure of a New Compound with Benzimidazole

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Yi Cui

Primary Institution: Qingdao Technological University

Conclusion

The study presents the crystal structure of a new compound that exhibits a distorted propeller-like conformation and forms hydrogen bonds with nitrate anions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound exhibits a distorted propeller-like conformation.
  • Intermolecular hydrogen bonds link cations and anions into double ribbons.
  • Weak intermolecular interactions further stabilize the structure.

Takeaway

Scientists made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure using special X-ray techniques. They found that it has a unique shape and can form bonds with other molecules.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S160053681100393X

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