Benzene-1,2-diol
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| Chemical formula | C6H6O2 |
|---|---|
| OTP appearance | white or brownish crystals |
| Index of refraction | 1.604 |
| Molar Mass(g/mol) | 110.1 |
| Density(g/cc) | 1.244 |
| Melting Point(°C) | 105 |
| Boiling Point(°C) | 245.5 |
| Solubility in water(g/L) | 430 |
| NFPA 704 |  1
3
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Uses
Justification Questioned
Other
- Organic chemistry aromatic building block
- Source for guaiacol and then vanillin
Natural occurrence
Hazards
Production
Extraction
- Extracted from plant oils and biomass tars