Description:5-Methylindole-2-carboxylic acid is an organic compound characterized by its indole structure, which consists of a fused benzene and pyrrole ring. The presence of a carboxylic acid functional group (-COOH) at the 2-position and a methyl group (-CH3) at the 5-position of the indole ring contributes to its unique chemical properties. This compound is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in polar solvents, such as water and alcohols, due to the carboxylic acid group. It exhibits acidic behavior, capable of donating a proton in solution. 5-Methylindole-2-carboxylic acid is of interest in various fields, including medicinal chemistry and biochemistry, as it may serve as a building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules or as a potential bioactive compound. Its reactivity can be influenced by the electron-donating and withdrawing effects of the substituents on the indole ring, making it a versatile compound for further chemical modifications.
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