24HC

24HC refers to a specific type of chemical compound, often an alkene, that possesses 24 carbon atoms and a terminal double bond. The '24' indicates the total number of carbon atoms in the molecule's chain, and 'HC' is a shorthand for hydrocarbon, signifying that the molecule is composed solely of hydrogen and carbon atoms. The term '24HC' is not a formal IUPAC nomenclature but is commonly used in certain scientific contexts, particularly in organic chemistry research, to denote a specific class of compounds where the exact structure beyond the carbon count and double bond position might be under investigation or is less relevant to the immediate discussion.

These long-chain hydrocarbons with a terminal alkene functionality can exhibit various physical and chemical properties depending on their specific isomer and any other functional groups that might be present, although the designation '24HC' implies a simple hydrocarbon. Such compounds can be synthesized through various organic reactions, including elimination reactions or Wittig reactions. Their applications might be found in specialized areas of material science or as intermediates in the synthesis of more complex molecules. The presence of the terminal double bond makes 24HC reactive in addition reactions, polymerization processes, and other transformations characteristic of alkenes.