Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Benzaldehyde (CAS: 100-52-7)?
Answer
Benzaldehyde is a colorless liquid with a distinctive almond-like odor. Its molecular weight is approximately 106.12 g/mol. It has a melting point of -26°C and a boiling point of 178.2°C. Benzaldehyde is slightly soluble in water but miscible with ethanol and ether. It is highly reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles and reducing agents.
About
CAS No
100-52-7
English Name
Benzaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C7H6O
Molecular Weight
106.12 g/mol
SMILES
c1ccc(cc1)C=O
InChIKey
HUMNYLRZRPPJDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 06:49
