2bromobutaanissa

2-bromobutane is an organobromine compound with the chemical formula C4H9Br. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature and pressure, and it is flammable. The compound is a secondary alkyl halide, meaning the bromine atom is attached to a carbon atom that is bonded to two other carbon atoms. This structure influences its reactivity in chemical reactions.

2-bromobutane can be synthesized through several methods, including the reaction of 2-butanol with hydrobromic acid or phosphorus tribromide. It is also a potential byproduct in some industrial processes. Its applications are primarily as a reagent in organic synthesis. It can undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions to form various ethers, amines, and other functionalized compounds. It can also participate in elimination reactions to produce alkenes like butenes.

The physical properties of 2-bromobutane include a boiling point of approximately 97-98 degrees Celsius and a density slightly greater than water. It is sparingly soluble in water but miscible with many organic solvents. Due to its flammability and potential irritant properties, appropriate safety precautions should be taken when handling this chemical, including working in a well-ventilated area and avoiding contact with skin and eyes. The compound is chiral, existing as a pair of enantiomers, (R)-2-bromobutane and (S)-2-bromobutane, which can be separated or synthesized stereoselectively.