Trinitrophenyl
Trinitrophenyl refers to a chemical moiety derived from toluene, specifically when three nitro groups are attached to the phenyl ring in the 2, 4, and 6 positions relative to the methyl group. This structure is commonly encountered as part of larger molecules, rather than as a standalone compound. The presence of these nitro groups significantly influences the electronic properties of the phenyl ring, making it electron-deficient.
The most well-known compound incorporating the trinitrophenyl group is trinitrotoluene, or TNT. TNT is a widely
Beyond explosives, derivatives of trinitrophenyl have found applications in various fields, including pharmaceuticals and dyes, although