Organic Papers
2011
Crystal Structure of Hopeahainol C Monohydrate
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Fun Hoong-Kun, Sudto Kanokorn, Ge Hui-Ming, Tan Ren-Xiang, Hannongbua Supa, Chantrapromma Suchada
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of hopeahainol C, an oligostilbenoid compound.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of hopeahainol C reveals its molecular arrangement and hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- Hopeahainol C is an oligostillbenoid compound isolated from the bark of Shorea roxburghii.
- The crystal structure shows the molecule lies about an inversion center.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds link hopeahainol C molecules into chains.
- The study provides insights into the molecular interactions within the crystal.
Takeaway
Scientists looked at how hopeahainol C is arranged in crystals, showing how the molecules stick together.
Methodology
X-ray crystallography was used to determine the structure of hopeahainol C.
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