Description:3-Fluoro-1,2-benzenediol, also known as 3-fluorocatechol, is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of a fluorine atom and two hydroxyl groups (-OH) on a benzene ring. Its molecular structure features a fluorine substituent at the meta position relative to the hydroxyl groups, which are located at the ortho positions. This configuration influences its chemical reactivity and physical properties. The compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow solid and is soluble in polar solvents due to the presence of hydroxyl groups, which can engage in hydrogen bonding. 3-Fluoro-1,2-benzenediol exhibits properties typical of phenolic compounds, including potential antioxidant activity and reactivity in electrophilic substitution reactions. Its fluorine substituent can enhance lipophilicity and alter the compound's biological activity compared to its non-fluorinated analogs. As with many chemical substances, safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks if ingested or inhaled.
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