3methylbenzaldehyde
3-Methylbenzaldehyde, also known as m-tolualdehyde, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H8O. It is a derivative of benzaldehyde, with a methyl group attached to the meta position of the benzene ring. At room temperature, it typically exists as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic almond-like odor. Its molecular weight is approximately 120.15 grams per mole. The compound has a boiling point around 199-201 degrees Celsius and a melting point around -5 degrees Celsius. It is sparingly soluble in water but readily soluble in many organic solvents such as ethanol and ether.
3-Methylbenzaldehyde is an aromatic aldehyde and participates in typical reactions of this functional group. It can