Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1,3-Benzoxazole (CAS: 273-53-0)?
Answer
1,3-Benzoxazole (CAS: 273-53-0) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 123.14 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is a stable compound with a moderate basicity due to the oxazole ring. It exhibits good thermal stability and is known for its reactivity towards electrophiles and nucleophiles, particularly in the presence of amines and carboxylic acids.
About
CAS No
273-53-0
English Name
1,3-Benzoxazole
Molecular Formula
C7H5NO
Molecular Weight
119.12 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)N=CO2
InChIKey
BCMCBBGGLRIHSE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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