C12H10N2O2

C12H10N2O2 is the molecular formula for a set of organic compounds that share the same elemental composition. It contains 12 carbon atoms, 10 hydrogen atoms, 2 nitrogen atoms, and 2 oxygen atoms. The formula corresponds to a high degree of unsaturation: nine degrees, indicating multiple rings and/or multiple double bonds, which is common in condensed aromatic and heterocyclic structures.

Because C12H10N2O2 describes more than one structural arrangement, it does not designate a single compound. Isomeric forms could include various heteroaromatic rings or fused ring systems with two nitrogens and two oxygens in different positions, as well as amide- or imide-containing derivatives. The physical properties, such as melting point, solubility, and stability, depend strongly on the specific arrangement of atoms.

The molecular weight is about 214.2 g/mol. Compounds with this formula may be solids at room temperature and tend to be soluble in organic solvents rather than water, though exact solubility varies by structure. In chemical research or industry, C12H10N2O2 formulas appear as intermediate or target motifs in the synthesis of heterocycles, dyes, or pharmaceutical leads, depending on substituents and connectivity.

Safety and handling depend on the particular isomer; no universal hazard profile applies to the formula alone. For any specific compound with this formula, one should consult its material safety data sheet and literature for toxicology and handling recommendations. See also: molecular formula, organic chemistry, isomerism.