Carboxymethyl ursolate monohydrate C32H50O5·H2O
2011
Crystal Structure of Carboxymethyl Ursolate Monohydrate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhong Yan, Dai Zhao, Hui Teng Yan, Bo Wu, Bin Zhou, JianPing
Primary Institution: China Pharmaceutical University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of carboxymethyl ursolate monohydrate, revealing that all six-membered rings of the pentacyclic triterpene skeleton adopt chair conformations.
Supporting Evidence
- The crystal structure was analyzed using a CAD-4 diffractometer.
- Hydrogen bonds were identified as key interactions in the crystal structure.
- The study provides detailed crystallographic data for further research.
Takeaway
This study shows how a specific compound, carboxymethyl ursolate, is structured at the molecular level, which helps scientists understand its properties better.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
Limitations
The absolute structure was indeterminate in the present experiment.
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