C3H4N2O

C3H4N2O is the molecular formula for several distinct chemical compounds, each with a unique arrangement of its atoms. One common isomer is 2-cyanopropanal. This compound features a three-carbon chain with a nitrile group (-CN) attached to the second carbon and an aldehyde group (-CHO) at the end of the chain. Another possibility is formylacetonitrile, where the aldehyde group is on the first carbon and the nitrile group is on the second. The arrangement of these functional groups and the carbon backbone dictates the specific chemical and physical properties of each isomer. These molecules can participate in various organic reactions due to the presence of both the nitrile and aldehyde functionalities, making them potentially useful as intermediates in organic synthesis. The precise applications and characteristics depend heavily on which specific isomer is being considered. Further research into a particular isomer would be necessary to determine its specific properties, reactivity, and potential uses.