merkaptaani
Merkaptaani is the Finnish term for mercaptans, a broad class of organosulfur compounds also known as thiols. These compounds feature a sulfhydryl group (R–SH) attached to an alkyl or aryl moiety and are divided into aliphatic and aromatic thiols. Common examples include methanethiol (CH3SH), ethanethiol (C2H5SH), and tert-butyl mercaptan ((CH3)3CSH); thiophenol (C6H5SH) represents an aromatic thiol.
Mercaptans are notable for their strong, often unpleasant odors at very low concentrations. They are typically
In nature and industry, mercaptans arise from degradation and fermentation processes and contribute characteristic odors in
Safety and handling: mercaptans are flammable and can irritate the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Proper