26octadienal

26octadienal is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C8H12O. It is an unsaturated aldehyde, meaning it contains both a carbon-carbon double bond and an aldehyde functional group. The "octa" indicates a chain of eight carbon atoms, and "dienal" signifies two double bonds and an aldehyde group. The "2,6" prefix denotes the positions of the double bonds within the eight-carbon chain. Specifically, the double bonds are located between the second and third carbon atoms, and the sixth and seventh carbon atoms. The aldehyde group is located at the first carbon atom.

This compound can exist as various geometric isomers due to the presence of double bonds, leading to different spatial arrangements of atoms around these bonds. These isomers, such as (E,E), (E,Z), (Z,E), and (Z,Z) forms, can exhibit distinct physical and chemical properties. 26octadienal is typically a liquid at room temperature and may possess a characteristic odor. Its reactivity is influenced by both the aldehyde group, which can undergo oxidation and addition reactions, and the double bonds, which can participate in addition reactions. Information regarding its natural occurrence, synthesis, and specific applications in areas like fragrance or as a chemical intermediate is less widely documented compared to more common organic compounds. Further research would be needed to detail its specific industrial or biological roles.