Heptalene
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Heptalene
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CAS No:
257-24-9
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Formula:
C12H10
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Chemical Name:
Heptalene
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Synonyms:
Heptalene;Bicyclo[5.5.0]dodecahexaene
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Description
Heptalene is a bicyclic antiaromatic organic compound, as well as an ortho-fused bicyclic hydrocarbon and a mancude carbobicyclic parent. Its chemical formula is C12H10, molar mass is 154.21 g·mol⁻¹, density is 1.03 g/cm3, boiling point is 377.4ºC at 760 mmHg, and flash point is 144.6 degrees Celsius. It is an unstable, non-planar compound which is non-aromatic. Its dianion satisfies Hückel's rule, is thermally stable, and is planar.
Heptalene Use and Manufacturing
Heptalene is an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially for making more complex molecules for the chemical industry. Heptalene is sometimes used as a fuel additive or as an auxiliary in the petrochemical industry. Heptalene and its derivatives can be used in scientific research to develop new chemical reactions or to study the properties of polycyclic hydrocarbons.
Heptalene is an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially for making more complex molecules for the chemical industry. Heptalene is sometimes used as a fuel additive or as an auxiliary in the petrochemical industry. Heptalene and its derivatives can be used in scientific research to develop new chemical reactions or to study the properties of polycyclic hydrocarbons.