(Z)-3-Pentenoic acid - Names and Identifiers
(Z)-3-Pentenoic acid - Physico-chemical Properties
Molecular Formula | C5H8O2
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Molar Mass | 100.12 |
Density | 0.9776 (rough estimate) |
Melting Point | 20.44°C (estimate) |
Boling Point | 194.4°C (estimate) |
Flash Point | 89.5°C |
Vapor Presure | 0.219mmHg at 25°C |
Refractive Index | 1.4222 (estimate) |
(Z)-3-Pentenoic acid - Introduction
(3Z)-pent-3-enoic acid ((3Z)-pent-3-enoic acid) is an organic compound with the molecular formula C5H8O2 and a molecular weight of 100.12g/mol. Its main properties are as follows:
1. Appearance: colorless liquid or white crystal.
2. odor: a pungent sour taste.
3. Melting point:-7.4°C
4. Boiling point: 178-180°C
5. density: 1.004 g/cm
6. solubility: soluble in ethanol, ether and chloroform, insoluble in water.
(3Z)-The main uses of pent-3-enoic acid are as follows:
1. chemical synthesis: can be used for organic synthesis reaction, such as synthetic ester, amide and other organic compounds.
2. spices and food additives: can be used to synthesize flavors and spices to provide special flavors for food.
3. pharmaceutical field: with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, can be applied to the synthesis process of some drugs.
Methods for preparing (3Z)-pent-3-enoic acid include:
1. Oxidation method: The appropriate olefin is oxidized to the corresponding acid by an oxidizing agent such as benzoyl peroxide or hydrogen peroxide.
(3Z)-pent-3-enoic acid is relatively safe under normal use conditions, the following safety information should be paid attention:
1. avoid contact with skin and eyes, can cause irritation.
2. use should provide good ventilation conditions, avoid inhalation of gas or steam.
3. Avoid contact with strong oxidants to avoid dangerous reactions.
4. storage should be sealed, dark, low temperature preservation, away from the fire and combustible substances.
Last Update:2024-04-09 02:00:45