3-Ethyl-4-methyl-1-pentanol - Names and Identifiers
3-Ethyl-4-methyl-1-pentanol - Physico-chemical Properties
Molecular Formula | C8H18O
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Molar Mass | 130.23 |
Density | 0.819±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
Boling Point | 171.3±8.0 °C(Predicted) |
pKa | 15.12±0.10(Predicted) |
3-Ethyl-4-methyl-1-pentanol - Introduction
3-Ethyl-4-methylpentan-1-ol, chemical formula C9H20O, is an organic compound. It is an alcoholic compound that is commonly used as a solvent and as an intermediate. It can be generated by the reduction of 3-ethyl-4-methylpentanal with hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst, or by the reaction of 3-ethyl-4-methylpentanoic acid with a dehydrating agent.
3-Ethyl-4-methylpentan-1-ol is a colorless liquid with an alcohol-like odor. It is soluble in water and some organic solvents such as ethers and alcohols at normal temperature.
The compound has some potential applications, such as as additives in spices and flavors, or for the synthesis of other organic compounds.
Last Update:2024-04-10 22:29:15