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What are the physical and chemical properties of 1-[4-(2-Phenylethyl)phenyl]ethanone (CAS: 785-78-4)?
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1-[4-(2-Phenylethyl)phenyl]ethanone (CAS: 785-78-4) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 234.33 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water (less than 0.1 g/100 mL at 20°C) but is more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol, acetone, and dichloromethane. The compound is relatively stable under normal conditions but may undergo hydrolysis in the presence of strong acids or bases. It is used in various chemical reactions due to its reactive nature.
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CAS No
785-78-4
English Name
1-[4-(2-Phenylethyl)phenyl]ethanone
Molecular Formula
C16H16O
Molecular Weight
224.3 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)CCC2=CC=CC=C2
InChIKey
KIRXEYNVGWVPRO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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