C16H10N2O2

C16H10N2O2 is the molecular formula of a family of organic compounds rather than a single isolated substance. It contains 16 carbon atoms, 10 hydrogen atoms, 2 nitrogen atoms, and 2 oxygen atoms. The approximate molecular weight is 262.27 g/mol. The degree of unsaturation for this formula is 13, indicating a highly unsaturated framework that typically includes multiple rings and possibly carbonyl or other heteroatomic functional groups.

Because the formula can correspond to several different structural isomers, there is no unique, universally recognized structure associated with C16H10N2O2. Isomers may feature fused polycyclic ring systems that incorporate nitrogen atoms and oxygen-containing functionalities; the exact arrangement of rings and substituents determines the compound’s properties.

Structural motifs compatible with this formula are common in synthetic and medicinal chemistry, including heterocyclic cores and imide- or carbonyl-containing frameworks. The specific arrangement governs characteristics such as stability, reactivity, and electronic properties, so properties vary widely across isomers.

Applications and occurrence are similarly structure-dependent. Molecules with this formula appear as intermediates or targets in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, pharmaceutical candidates, or materials for organic electronics. In research settings, C16H10N2O2-type compounds may be explored for their photophysical properties or as precursors to more complex heterocycles.

Synthesis routes are tailored to the desired isomer and typically involve condensation, cyclization, and oxidation steps, with the exact sequence chosen to establish the intended ring system and functional groups. As with any chemical, handling should follow standard safety practices, and the Safety Data Sheet for the specific isomer should be consulted.