Acenaphthoquinone
Acenaphthoquinone is a type of quinone, a class of organic compounds that are formally "derived from aromatic compounds [such as benzene or naphthalene] by conversion of an even number of –CH= groups into –C(=O)– groups with any necessary rearrangement of double bonds", resulting in "a fully conjugated cyclic dione structure". Acenaphthoquinone is a yellow crystalline solid and is considered to be a derivative of acenaphthene.
Structure and Properties[edit | edit source]
Acenaphthoquinone is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with the molecular formula C12H6O2. It consists of a naphthalene core with two carbonyl groups (C=O) at the 1 and 2 positions. The structure of acenaphthoquinone is planar, which is typical for PAHs.
The compound is a yellow crystalline solid at room temperature. It is slightly soluble in water, but more soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and diethyl ether.
Synthesis[edit | edit source]
Acenaphthoquinone can be synthesized from acenaphthene via oxidation. This can be achieved using a variety of oxidizing agents, such as chromic acid or potassium permanganate.
Applications[edit | edit source]
Acenaphthoquinone is used as a starting material in the synthesis of various dyes and pharmaceuticals. It is also used in the production of certain types of plastics and resins.
Safety[edit | edit source]
Like many PAHs, acenaphthoquinone is considered to be potentially hazardous. It can cause skin and eye irritation, and prolonged exposure can lead to more serious health effects.
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