cykloheksen

Cyclohexene is a cycloalkene with the chemical formula C6H10. It consists of a six-membered ring containing one double bond. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor. Cyclohexene is an organic compound and is considered a derivative of cyclohexane, where two hydrogen atoms have been removed to form a double bond.

This compound is flammable and can form explosive peroxides upon exposure to air over time. It is generally insoluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents like ethanol and diethyl ether. Cyclohexene is an important intermediate in organic synthesis. It participates in addition reactions characteristic of alkenes, such as hydrogenation, halogenation, and hydrohalogenation. These reactions can be used to produce cyclohexane or other substituted cyclohexanes.

Industrially, cyclohexene can be produced through the partial hydrogenation of benzene or by the dehydration of cyclohexanol. Its primary uses are as a solvent and as a precursor in the manufacturing of other chemicals, including nylon intermediates and pharmaceuticals. Due to its reactivity, it requires careful handling and storage.