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Anisole

Description:
Anisole, also known as methoxybenzene, is an aromatic ether characterized by the presence of a methoxy group (-OCH₃) attached to a benzene ring. It is a colorless liquid with a sweet, pleasant odor reminiscent of anise, which is where its name is derived. Anisole has a relatively low boiling point and is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether, but it has limited solubility in water. Its chemical formula is C₇H₈O, and it has a molecular weight of approximately 108.14 g/mol. Anisole is used in various applications, including as a solvent, in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, and as a flavoring agent in the food industry. It can undergo typical aromatic reactions, such as electrophilic substitution, due to the electron-donating nature of the methoxy group, which enhances the reactivity of the benzene ring. Additionally, anisole is considered to have low toxicity, making it a relatively safe compound for use in laboratory and industrial settings.
Formula:C7H8O
InChI:InChI=1S/C7H8O/c1-8-7-5-3-2-4-6-7/h2-6H,1H3
InChI key:InChIKey=RDOXTESZEPMUJZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O(C)C1=CC=CC=C1
Synonyms:
  • Anisol
  • Anisol (Methoxybenzene)
  • Benzene, methoxy-
  • Hichemix MB
  • Methoxybenzene
  • Methyl phenyl ether
  • Nsc 7920
  • Phenol methyl ether
  • Phenoxymethane
  • Phenyl methyl ether
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