Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methylenebis(diphenylphosphine) (CAS: 2071-20-7)?
Answer
Methylenebis(diphenylphosphine) is a colorless liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 308.27 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. This compound is known for its reactivity towards metal complexes and is often used as a ligand in transition metal catalysis. Its crystalline form is not common, and it is typically used in its liquid state.
About
CAS No
2071-20-7
English Name
Methylenebis(diphenylphosphine)
Molecular Formula
C25H22P2
Molecular Weight
384.4 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)P(CP(C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3)C4=CC=CC=C4
InChIKey
XGCDBGRZEKYHNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:18
