(S)-2-[1-(4-Bromophenyl)-1-hydroxyethyl]-5,5-dimethyl-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinane 2-oxide
2011
Crystal Structure of a Hydroxyphosphonate Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wang Chubei, Peng Hao, He Hongwu
Primary Institution: Central China Normal University
Hypothesis
The study aims to synthesize and characterize a novel hydroxyphosphonate compound.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the synthesized hydroxyphosphonate shows a chair conformation of the phosphonate ring and is stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The phosphonate ring adopts a chair conformation.
- Molecules are linked by hydrogen bonds to form chains.
- Two C—H⋯O interactions help stabilize the crystal structure.
Takeaway
The researchers made a new chemical compound and looked at its structure, which helps us understand how it might be used in agriculture.
Methodology
The hydroxyphosphonate was synthesized using a literature procedure and characterized using X-ray crystallography.
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