Description:6,6′-Dimethyl-2,2′-bipyridine, with the CAS number 4411-80-7, is an organic compound belonging to the bipyridine family, characterized by the presence of two pyridine rings connected by a carbon-carbon bond. This compound features two methyl groups attached to the 6-position of each pyridine ring, which influences its chemical properties and reactivity. It is typically a solid at room temperature and exhibits a pale yellow to white crystalline appearance. The presence of the methyl groups enhances its lipophilicity and can affect its coordination chemistry, making it a useful ligand in various metal complexes. 6,6′-Dimethyl-2,2′-bipyridine is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and dichloromethane but has limited solubility in water. It is often utilized in coordination chemistry, catalysis, and as a building block in organic synthesis due to its ability to form stable complexes with transition metals. Additionally, its structural features allow for potential applications in materials science and organic electronics.
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