Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 5-Hydroxy-1-naphthalenesulfonic acid (CAS: 117-59-9)?
Answer
5-Hydroxy-1-naphthalenesulfonic acid is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 212.21 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water, around 2.5 g/L at 20°C. Chemically, it exhibits basic properties and can react with acids to form salts. It is stable under normal conditions but may undergo hydrolysis in the presence of strong bases.
About
CAS No
117-59-9
English Name
5-Hydroxy-1-naphthalenesulfonic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H8O4S
Molecular Weight
224.24 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=CC=C2S(=O)(=O)O)C(=C1)O
InChIKey
YLKCHWCYYNKADS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
