Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (3aR,6aS)-3,3a,6,6a-Tetrahydro-2H-cyclopenta[b]furan-2-one (CAS: 43119-28-4)?
Answer
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(3aR,6aS)-3,3a,6,6a-Tetrahydro-2H-cyclopenta[b]furan-2-one is a white solid with a molecular weight of approximately 120.17 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents. This compound is chemically stable but can react with strong bases. It is prone to hydrolysis. It is used in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate in drug synthesis.
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CAS No
43119-28-4
English Name
(3aR,6aS)-3,3a,6,6a-Tetrahydro-2H-cyclopenta[b]furan-2-one
Molecular Formula
C7H8O2
Molecular Weight
124.14 g/mol
SMILES
C1C=CC2C1OC(=O)C2
InChIKey
RYBPGUMSFWGGLP-WDSKDSINSA-N
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