C16H35O4P

C16H35O4P is the molecular formula for a chemical compound belonging to the organophosphate class. Specifically, it represents a molecule with sixteen carbon atoms, thirty-five hydrogen atoms, four oxygen atoms, and one phosphorus atom. The precise arrangement of these atoms determines the compound's structure and properties. Organophosphates are a broad category of chemicals that contain a phosphorus atom bonded to four oxygen atoms, with at least one alkyl or aryl group attached to the phosphorus. The formula C16H35O4P suggests a relatively long hydrocarbon chain or multiple branched chains connected to the phosphorus-oxygen core. Compounds with this formula can exhibit a range of properties depending on the specific isomer and functional groups present. They may find applications as surfactants, lubricants, flame retardants, or plasticizers, although specific uses are highly dependent on the exact chemical structure. Further characterization, such as determining its IUPAC name or identifying specific functional groups, is required to ascertain its precise identity and potential applications. The presence of oxygen and phosphorus, in addition to carbon and hydrogen, indicates it is an organic compound with heteroatoms.