Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Cholest-5-en-3-ol (CAS: 92543-08-3)?
Answer
Cholest-5-en-3-ol (CAS: 92543-08-3) is a solid, waxy substance with a molecular weight of approximately 254.4 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like methanol and ethanol. Chemically, it is less reactive than its fully saturated counterpart but can undergo various transformations, including hydrogenation and oxidation.
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CAS No
92543-08-3
English Name
(3beta)-(2,2,3,4,4,6-~2~H_6_)Cholest-5-en-3-ol
Molecular Formula
C27H40D6O
Molecular Weight
392.7 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)CCCC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2CC=C4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)C
InChIKey
HVYWMOMLDIMFJA-HHPLMCQASA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 21:15
