Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-Cyclopentylpropanoic acid (CAS: 140-77-2)?
Answer
3-Cyclopentylpropanoic acid is a colorless crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 154.26 g/mol. It has a pKa of around 4.9 and is slightly soluble in water. The compound is reactive towards esterification and can undergo acid-catalyzed reactions. It has a melting point of 67-68°C and a boiling point of about 255°C. It is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone.
About
CAS No
140-77-2
English Name
3-Cyclopentylpropanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H14O2
Molecular Weight
142.2 g/mol
SMILES
C1CCC(C1)CCC(=O)O
InChIKey
ZRPLANDPDWYOMZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
