Acenen

Acenen is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C16H10. It is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH), meaning it consists of multiple fused benzene rings. Specifically, acenen is composed of three fused benzene rings in a linear arrangement, with an additional benzene ring attached to the central ring. It is an isomer of other C16H10 PAHs.

This compound typically appears as a solid under standard conditions. Acenen has been identified in various environmental samples, including coal tar, cigarette smoke, and combustion products. Its presence in the environment is primarily due to incomplete combustion processes.

Due to its PAH nature, acenen is a subject of research in environmental science and toxicology. Studies often focus on its potential persistence in the environment, its behavior in different matrices, and its possible biological effects. The chemical properties of acenen, such as its reactivity and solubility, are also areas of interest for chemists. As with many PAHs, there is ongoing investigation into its environmental fate and potential health implications, though specific toxicity data for acenen may be less extensive than for more common PAHs.