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Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|January 5, 2011
Summary
The crystal structure of C(16)H(16)O(7) features two benzene rings at a dihedral angle of 82.02°. Intermolecular hydrogen bonds create a stable two-dimensional molecular network.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Molecular Chemistry
Background:
- Understanding molecular interactions is crucial for materials science.
- Crystal structure analysis reveals fundamental properties of chemical compounds.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the crystal structure of the title compound, C(16)H(16)O(7).
- To investigate the intermolecular forces stabilizing the crystal lattice.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to analyze the crystal structure.
- The dihedral angle between the benzene rings was precisely measured.
Main Results:
- The dihedral angle between the two benzene rings in C(16)H(16)O(7) was determined to be 82.02° (±7°).
- The crystal structure is characterized by a two-dimensional network formed by intermolecular O-H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
Conclusions:
- The specific arrangement of benzene rings and the presence of hydrogen bonds dictate the compound's crystal packing.
- This structural information provides insights into the solid-state behavior of C(16)H(16)O(7).
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