1-[(2R,4aR,8R,8aR)-8-Hydroxy-4a,8-dimethylperhydronaphthalen-2-yl]ethan-1-one
2011
Synthesis and Structure of a New Compound from Inula Viscosa
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Tebbaa Mohamed, Benharref Ahmed, Berraho Moha, Daran Jean-Claude, Akssira Mohamed, Elhakmaoui Ahmed
Primary Institution: Université Hassan II, Mohammedia–Casablanca
Hypothesis
The study investigates the synthesis and structural properties of a new compound derived from ilicic acid isolated from Inula Viscosa.
Conclusion
The new compound was successfully synthesized and its structure was confirmed through various analytical techniques.
Supporting Evidence
- The title compound was synthesized from ilicic acid isolated from Inula Viscosa.
- The molecular structure was confirmed by NMR and single-crystal X-ray analysis.
- The compound features two fused six-membered rings in a chair conformation.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical from a plant and figured out what it looks like using special tools.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using ilicic acid and characterized by NMR and X-ray crystallography.
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