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CAS 7321-27-9

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2-Bromoanthracene

Description:
2-Bromoanthracene is an organic compound belonging to the class of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). It is characterized by its structure, which consists of an anthracene backbone with a bromine atom substituted at the second position. This substitution affects its physical and chemical properties, including its reactivity and solubility. Typically, 2-bromoanthracene appears as a solid at room temperature and is often used in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of various derivatives and in photochemical studies. The presence of the bromine atom enhances its electrophilic character, making it a useful intermediate in reactions such as nucleophilic substitutions. Additionally, 2-bromoanthracene exhibits fluorescence, which can be exploited in various applications, including organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and as a fluorescent probe in biological studies. However, like many brominated compounds, it should be handled with care due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns associated with brominated organic compounds.
Formula:C14H9Br
InChI:InChI=1/C14H9Br/c15-14-6-5-12-7-10-3-1-2-4-11(10)8-13(12)9-14/h1-9H
SMILES:c1ccc2cc3cc(ccc3cc2c1)Br
Synonyms:
  • 2-Bromanthracen
  • Anthracene, 2-Bromo-
  • 2-Brominated Anthracene
  • 2-BROMOANTHRACENE
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