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(R)-(+)-1-(1-naphthyl)ethanol

Description:
(R)-(+)-1-(1-naphthyl)ethanol is a chiral alcohol characterized by its specific stereochemistry, which is denoted by the (R) configuration. This compound features a naphthyl group, which is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon, attached to a secondary alcohol functional group. The presence of the naphthyl moiety contributes to its hydrophobic characteristics, while the hydroxyl (-OH) group provides polar properties, allowing for hydrogen bonding. This compound is often utilized in asymmetric synthesis and as a chiral auxiliary in various chemical reactions, particularly in the production of enantiomerically pure compounds. Its optical activity is significant, as it can rotate plane-polarized light, making it useful in studies involving stereochemistry. Additionally, (R)-(+)-1-(1-naphthyl)ethanol may exhibit varying solubility in organic solvents, and its reactivity can be influenced by the presence of the naphthyl group, which can participate in π-π stacking interactions. Overall, this compound serves as an important building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical applications.
Formula:C12H12O
InChI:InChI=1/C12H12O/c1-9(13)11-8-4-6-10-5-2-3-7-12(10)11/h2-9,13H,1H3/t9-/m1/s1
SMILES:C[C@H](c1cccc2ccccc12)O
Synonyms:
  • (R)-(+)-alpha-methyl-1-naphthalene-methanol
  • (R)-(+)-alphaMethyl-1-naphthalenemethanol
  • (1R)-1-naphthalen-1-ylethanol
  • (R)-(+)-Alpha-Methyl-1-Naphthalenemethanol
  • (R)-1-(Naphthalen-1-yl)ethanol
  • (R)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethanol
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