3β-Acetoxy-6-hydroxyiminocholestane
2011
Study of 3β-Acetoxy-6-Hydroxyiminocholestane
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Evidence: moderate
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 provides a detailed crystallographic analysis of a cholestane derivative, revealing its molecular structure and interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The study identifies two independent molecules in the asymmetric unit of the compound.
- Hydrogen bonds and C—H⋯O interactions contribute to the crystal packing.
- The compound has been used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other steroid derivatives.
Takeaway
This study looks at a specific type of cholesterol-related compound and how its molecules are arranged and interact with each other.
Methodology
X-ray crystallographic analysis was used to study the molecular structure of the compound.
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