CH3C6H5Sin

CH3C6H5Sin, also known as methylphenylsilane or tolylsilane, is an organosilicon compound. It has the chemical formula C7H10Si. The structure consists of a phenyl group (C6H5) and a methyl group (CH3) attached to a silicon atom, which is also bonded to a hydrogen atom. This specific arrangement of atoms classifies it as a silane, a class of silicon-containing compounds analogous to alkanes.

Methylphenylsilane is a colorless liquid at room temperature. Its properties are influenced by the presence of both the aromatic phenyl ring and the methyl group, as well as the silicon-hydrogen bond. The Si-H bond is reactive and can participate in various chemical reactions, such as hydrosilylation, oxidation, and reduction. The aromatic ring can undergo electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions.

This compound finds applications as a precursor in the synthesis of silicon-containing polymers and materials. It can also be used in organic synthesis as a reducing agent or as a source of phenylsilyl groups. Its reactivity makes it a versatile building block in the development of novel materials with tailored properties. Further research continues to explore its potential in catalysis and materials science.