Description:2-Bromothiophene is a heterocyclic organic compound characterized by a five-membered aromatic ring containing both sulfur and bromine atoms. It features a thiophene ring, which consists of four carbon atoms and one sulfur atom, with a bromine substituent at the second carbon position. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. It is known for its reactivity due to the presence of the bromine atom, which can participate in various substitution reactions, making it useful in organic synthesis and the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. 2-Bromothiophene is soluble in organic solvents such as ether and chloroform but has limited solubility in water. Its properties, including boiling point and density, are influenced by the presence of the bromine atom, which also contributes to its electrophilic character. Additionally, 2-bromothiophene can undergo further functionalization, allowing for the development of more complex chemical structures in synthetic chemistry.
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