C3H4Cl2

C3H4Cl2 is a chemical formula that can represent several different organic compounds. These compounds are generally isomers, meaning they share the same molecular formula but have different structural arrangements of atoms. The presence of three carbon atoms, four hydrogen atoms, and two chlorine atoms dictates the possible bonding configurations.

One common isomer is 1,2-dichloropropene, which features a double bond between two carbon atoms and chlorine atoms attached to both of these carbon atoms. Another isomer is 3,3-dichloropropene, where the double bond is between the first two carbon atoms, and both chlorine atoms are bonded to the third carbon. Isomers with single bonds between carbon atoms are also possible, such as 1,1-dichloropropane or 1,3-dichloropropane, though these would not fit the C3H4Cl2 formula, suggesting isomers with unsaturation (double or triple bonds) are the primary focus for this formula.

The properties of compounds with the formula C3H4Cl2 will vary significantly depending on their specific isomer. These variations can include differences in boiling point, melting point, reactivity, and solubility. Due to the presence of chlorine atoms, these compounds are likely to be halogenated hydrocarbons, potentially exhibiting properties associated with such substances. Further identification of a specific isomer would require additional information, such as its Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) registry number or a detailed structural description.