Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1,2,5,8-Tetrahydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone (CAS: 81-61-8)?
Answer
1,2,5,8-Tetrahydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 302.09 g/mol. It is poorly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it shows basic properties due to its hydroxyl groups and can undergo reactions such as esterification and condensation.
About
CAS No
81-61-8
English Name
1,2,5,8-Tetrahydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone
Molecular Formula
C14H8O6
Molecular Weight
272.21 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C2=C1C(=O)C3=C(C=CC(=C3C2=O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
VBHKTXLEJZIDJF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 20:30
