Compound Q&A
What is 1-(2-Pyridinyl)ethanone (CAS: 1122-62-9)?
Answer
1-(2-Pyridinyl)ethanone is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H7NO. It is a ketone derivative of pyridine and is characterized by its aromatic ring structure and carbonyl group. The compound is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and organic chemicals. It is a white solid at room temperature and has a slightly polar nature due to the presence of the carbonyl group.
About
CAS No
1122-62-9
English Name
1-(2-Pyridinyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C7H7NO
Molecular Weight
121.14 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)c1ccccn1
InChIKey
AJKVQEKCUACUMD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
