rikkihappoanhydridi
Rikkihappoanhydridi, also known as succinic anhydride, is a chemical compound with the formula C4H4O3. It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in organic solvents but insoluble in water. Succinic anhydride is a derivative of succinic acid, which is a dicarboxylic acid. It is commonly used in organic synthesis as a reagent for the preparation of various compounds, including succinimides and succinates.
The compound is typically prepared by the dehydration of succinic acid using a dehydrating agent such as
One of the key reactions involving succinic anhydride is the formation of succinimides, which are important
Succinic anhydride is also used in the synthesis of other compounds, such as succinyl chloride, which is