dibenzofuraner
Dibenzofurans are a family of heterocyclic organic compounds composed of two benzene rings fused to a central five-membered ring containing one oxygen atom. The parent compound, dibenzofuran (C12H8O), is the simplest member of the class and serves as a scaffold for a variety of substituted derivatives. The core dibenzofuran ring system is planar and largely nonpolar, giving the compound low water solubility and good solubility in organic solvents.
Preparation and occurrence: Dibenzofuran can be prepared by cyclization of suitable o-hydroxyaryl precursors or by oxidative
Applications and derivatives: Substituted dibenzofurans are studied as intermediates in organic synthesis and as scaffolds for
Toxicology and safety: The parent dibenzofuran is of comparatively low acute toxicity, but toxicity and environmental