5-Methyl-7,8,9,10-tetrahydrocyclohepta[b]indol-6(5H)-one
2011
Study of 5-Methyl-7,8,9,10-tetrahydrocyclohepta[b]indol-6(5H)-one
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Author Information
Author(s): Archana R., Yamuna E., Rajendra Prasad K. J., Thiruvalluvar A., Butcher R. J.
Primary Institution: Rajah Serfoji Government College (Autonomous), Thanjavur
Conclusion
The molecular structure of the compound shows a dihedral angle of 1.99° between the benzene and pyrrole rings, with the cycloheptene ring adopting a slightly distorted boat conformation.
Supporting Evidence
- Indole derivatives are important in pharmaceuticals and therapeutic agents.
- The study provides crystallographic data for the compound.
- The dihedral angle between the benzene and pyrrole rings is very small.
Takeaway
This study looks at a specific chemical compound and describes its structure, showing how the parts of the molecule are arranged.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized from a reaction involving 7,8,9,10-tetrahydrocyclohepta[b]indol-6(5H)-one and methyl iodide, followed by crystallization.
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