Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4'-Methoxychalcone (CAS: 959-23-9)?
Answer
4'-Methoxychalcone (CAS: 959-23-9) is a yellow crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 224.24 g/mol. It is sparingly soluble in water but soluble in ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is relatively stable but can undergo photochemical degradation. It shows significant reactivity towards electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions.
About
CAS No
959-23-9
English Name
4'-Methoxychalcone
Molecular Formula
C16H14O2
Molecular Weight
238.29 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)C=CC2=CC=CC=C2
InChIKey
KJHHAPASNNVTSN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 20:30
