Description:3-Fluoro-4-nitrobenzoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by the presence of both a fluoro and a nitro group on the benzene ring. Specifically, the fluoro group is located at the meta position (3-position) relative to the carboxylic acid group, while the nitro group is at the para position (4-position). This compound typically appears as a solid at room temperature and is known for its relatively high melting point. It is soluble in polar organic solvents and exhibits moderate solubility in water. The presence of the electronegative fluorine and nitro groups contributes to its acidity and reactivity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses and applications, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Additionally, 3-fluoro-4-nitrobenzoic acid can participate in electrophilic substitution reactions due to the activating effects of the nitro group and the deactivating effects of the fluoro group, influencing its reactivity profile. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health hazards.
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