C7H7NO3

C7H7NO3 is the molecular formula for a class of organic compounds that contains seven carbon atoms, seven hydrogen atoms, one nitrogen atom, and three oxygen atoms. Because it is a formula rather than a specific structure, it represents a family of possible compounds rather than a single substance.

The formula corresponds to multiple structural isomers, meaning different arrangements of atoms can yield distinct compounds with potentially different properties. The isomers may feature a variety of functional groups and connectivities, including substitutions on an aromatic ring or heterocyclic structures, among other possibilities. Without a defined structure, it is not possible to assign precise physical or chemical properties to C7H7NO3 as a whole.

Common descriptive data for substances with this formula depend on the exact arrangement of atoms. The calculated molar mass is approximately 153.14 g/mol. Because properties such as melting point, boiling point, solubility, and reactivity vary with structure, any specific compound bearing the formula should be identified by its structural formula or a registry number (such as a CAS number) for accurate reference.

In practice, C7H7NO3 may arise in chemical research and synthesis as a possible intermediate or building block, and it may be encountered in databases as a formula associated with several distinct compounds. Accurate identification requires structural information and analytical characterization. Safety and handling depend on the particular compound and its substituents.