CH3CH2COCH2CH3
CH3CH2COCH2CH3 is a chemical compound, specifically an organic molecule that belongs to the group of fatty acids. This compound consists of a hydrocarbon chain with an ester functional group and is often referred to as methyl pentanone.
The structural formula of CH3CH2COCH2CH3 shows a five-carbon chain with two methyl groups attached to the second
This compound is not commonly found in nature but can be synthesized in a lab through various
Research has shown that this compound has several industrial applications. It is used as an intermediate in
Methyl pentanone can be degraded through oxidation reactions, where its ester functional group reacts with oxygen