Compound Q&A
How is 4-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid (CAS: 10321-71-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid is synthesized from 2-methyl-2-pentene via a hydrohalogenation followed by hydrolysis. Commonly, this involves treating the alkene with a mixture of concentrated sulfuric acid and water. The method yields a mixture of isomers, requiring subsequent separation and purification steps.
About
CAS No
10321-71-8
English Name
4-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H10O2
Molecular Weight
114.14 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)C=CC(=O)O
InChIKey
QAOXMQCWUWZZNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 19:39
