Description:3-Bromo-2-nitrobenzoic acid is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of both a bromine atom and a nitro group attached to a benzoic acid structure. The bromine substituent is located at the meta position relative to the carboxylic acid group, while the nitro group is positioned at the ortho position. This compound typically appears as a crystalline solid and is soluble in organic solvents, with limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. It exhibits acidic properties due to the carboxylic acid functional group, which can donate a proton in solution. The presence of the electron-withdrawing nitro group enhances the acidity of the carboxylic acid compared to benzoic acid. 3-Bromo-2-nitrobenzoic acid is often used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its reactivity can be influenced by the electron-withdrawing effects of the nitro and bromo groups, making it a valuable compound in chemical research and development.
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