Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Tetrasodium 1,3,6,8-pyrenetetrasulfonate (CAS: 59572-10-0)?
Answer
Tetrasodium 1,3,6,8-pyrenetetrasulfonate (CAS: 59572-10-0) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 574.34 g/mol. It has a high solubility in water and limited solubility in organic solvents. Chemically, it is highly reactive, particularly in acidic conditions, and can participate in various redox reactions. It is often used as a pH indicator and in analytical chemistry due to its fluorescent properties.
About
CAS No
59572-10-0
English Name
Tetrasodium 1,3,6,8-pyrenetetrasulfonate
Molecular Formula
C16H6Na4O12S4
Molecular Weight
610.4 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C3C(=C(C=C2S(=O)(=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)[O-])C=CC4=C(C=C(C1=C43)S(=O)(=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+]
InChIKey
UZBIRLJMURQVMX-UHFFFAOYSA-J
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