C24H48O2

C24H48O2 is the chemical formula for a saturated fatty acid ester with a molecular weight of approximately 384.64 g/mol. Specifically, it represents a molecule composed of 24 carbon atoms, 48 hydrogen atoms, and 2 oxygen atoms. These oxygen atoms are typically found in a carboxylate group (-COO-), indicating it is an ester rather than a free fatty acid. Without further structural information, it is difficult to determine the exact isomer or specific ester it refers to. However, it is likely derived from a saturated fatty acid with 24 carbons and an alcohol. Esters of this type are generally non-polar and hydrophobic. They are often found in biological systems, such as lipids and waxes, and can also be synthesized for industrial applications. Due to its long carbon chain, C24H48O2 would likely be a solid or a viscous liquid at room temperature, depending on its precise structure and purity. Its properties would include low water solubility and high solubility in organic solvents. Applications for such compounds could include lubricants, emollients in cosmetics, or components in food products.