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Fosforensi is a chemical compound with the molecular formula CH3PO(OH)2. It is an organophosphorus compound and a derivative of phosphorous acid. In its pure form, fosforensi is a white, crystalline solid. It is soluble in water and in many organic solvents. The compound contains a phosphorus atom bonded to a carbon atom, an oxygen atom with a double bond, and two hydroxyl groups. The presence of the phosphorus-carbon bond is characteristic of organophosphorus compounds.

Fosforensi can be synthesized through various chemical reactions, often involving the oxidation or hydrolysis of other organophosphorus precursors. Its chemical properties are influenced by the presence of the hydroxyl groups, which can undergo reactions typical of acids. It can also participate in reactions involving the phosphorus atom.

The applications of fosforensi are primarily in research and as a chemical intermediate. It has been explored for its potential use in the synthesis of other more complex organophosphorus compounds, which may have applications in areas such as flame retardants, pesticides, or pharmaceuticals. Due to its specific chemical structure, it can serve as a building block in organic synthesis. Further research continues to investigate its reactivity and potential uses in various chemical processes.