dimethylphosphine
Dimethylphosphine is an organophosphorus compound with the chemical formula (CH3)2PH. It is a colorless, flammable gas with a pungent odor, similar to that of garlic or fish. The molecule consists of a phosphorus atom bonded to two methyl groups and a hydrogen atom, with the phosphorus atom having a lone pair of electrons. This compound is a derivative of phosphine, where one hydrogen atom is replaced by a methyl group.
Dimethylphosphine is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis. It is a versatile building block in
The synthesis of dimethylphosphine typically involves the reaction of phosphorus trichloride with methylmagnesium chloride, followed by
Dimethylphosphine is toxic and can cause irritation to the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. It is also