Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Methyl-1-indanone (CAS: 24644-78-8)?
Answer
4-Methyl-1-indanone (CAS: 24644-78-8) is a colorless liquid with a melting point of 64-65°C and a boiling point of 181-183°C. Its molecular weight is approximately 134.21 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is miscible with organic solvents. This compound is moderately reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles and electrophiles, and can undergo various chemical transformations such as esterification and alkylation.
About
CAS No
24644-78-8
English Name
4-Methyl-1-indanone
Molecular Formula
C10H10O
Molecular Weight
146.19 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C2CCC(=O)C2=CC=C1
InChIKey
RUORWXQKVXTQJJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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