1-Carboxymethyl-3-octylimidazolium bromide
2011
Structure of 1-Carboxymethyl-3-octylimidazolium Bromide
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): N. Al-Mohammed Nassir, Alias Yatimah, Abdullah Zanariah, Khaledi Hamid
Primary Institution: University of Malaya
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of 1-Carboxymethyl-3-octylimidazolium bromide, revealing its unique bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The octyl chain in the compound adopts an all-trans conformation.
- Cationic moieties are linked by C—H⋯O interactions into infinite chains.
- Bromide anions link the cationic chains through C—H⋯Br interactions.
Takeaway
This study shows how a specific chemical compound is structured at the molecular level, which helps scientists understand its properties better.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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