Organic Papers
2011
(S)-2-Benzyl-3-carboxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinolinium chloride monohydrate
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Naicker Tricia, Govender Thavendran, Kruger Hendrik G., Maguire Glenn E. M.
Primary Institution: University of KwaZulu Natal
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound reveals a half-boat conformation of the N-containing six-membered ring and a complex hydrogen bonding network.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is a precursor to novel asymmetric catalysts.
- The crystal structure exhibits a three-dimensional network of hydrogen bonds.
- The N-containing six-membered ring assumes a half-boat conformation.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special chemical compound that can help make new catalysts, and it shows how the molecules are arranged in a crystal.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and characterized using X-ray crystallography.
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