Molecular structure of Chloranil, CAS Number: 118-75-2
Chloranil (CAS 118-75-2)
Alternate Names:
Tetrachloro-p-benzoquinone; Spergon; 2,3,5,6-Tetrachloro-1,4-benzoquinone; p-Chloranil
CAS Number:
118-75-2
Molecular Weight:
245.88
Molecular Formula:
C6Cl4O2
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Chloranil is a chemical compound that functions as an oxidizing agent in various experimental applications. It interacts with other compounds by accepting electrons, leading to the oxidation of these substances. This process allows Chloranil to facilitate the conversion of certain organic compounds into their corresponding oxidation products. At the molecular level, Chloranil achieves this by participating in redox reactions, where it transfers electrons to other molecules, thereby altering their chemical structure. Chloranil′s mechanism of action involves the formation of covalent bonds with specific functional groups within organic molecules, leading to the desired oxidation reactions. In this way, Chloranil plays a role in promoting the transformation of organic compounds in experimental applications.
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Chloranil, 25 g | sc-252566 | 25 g | $35.00 |