13cishexadiene

13cishexadiene is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H10. It is a diene, meaning it contains two carbon-carbon double bonds. Specifically, it is a hexadiene, indicating a six-carbon chain. The "1,3" designation refers to the positions of the double bonds within the chain, starting from one end. The "cis" prefix refers to the stereochemistry of the double bond at the first carbon, indicating that the two higher priority groups attached to the double bond are on the same side.

This compound is a structural isomer of other hexadienes, which differ in the position of the double bonds or their stereochemistry (cis or trans). The physical properties of 13cishexadiene, such as its boiling point and density, are influenced by its molecular structure and the presence of the cis double bond. It is typically a colorless liquid at room temperature and is flammable.

13cishexadiene can be synthesized through various organic reactions, often involving the dehydrohalogenation of dihalides or the Wittig reaction. Its reactivity is characteristic of alkenes, undergoing addition reactions across the double bonds. These reactions can include hydrogenation, halogenation, and polymerization. Due to its conjugated double bond system, it can also participate in Diels-Alder reactions. The specific applications of 13cishexadiene are less common compared to some other dienes, but it can be used as a monomer in the synthesis of certain polymers or as a building block in more complex organic syntheses.