Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Acetylcyclohexanone (CAS: 874-23-7)?
Answer
2-Acetylcyclohexanone (CAS: 874-23-7) is a colorless liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 136.22 g/mol. It has a melting point of -17°C and a boiling point of 178-179°C. The compound is slightly soluble in water but miscible with common organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. It is a ketone and exhibits typical reactivity of aldehydes and ketones, including electrophilic addition and nucleophilic substitution reactions.
About
CAS No
874-23-7
English Name
2-Acetylcyclohexanone
Molecular Formula
C8H12O2
Molecular Weight
140.18 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)C1CCCCC1=O
InChIKey
OEKATORRSPXJHE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
