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Latest revision as of 21:57, 16 February 2025
A chemical compound that is a dihydroxybenzoic acid
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2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid is an organic compound with the formula C7H6O4. It is one of the several isomers of dihydroxybenzoic acid, which are benzoic acids substituted with two hydroxyl groups.
Structure and properties[edit]
2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid consists of a benzene ring with two hydroxyl groups (-OH) and a carboxylic acid group (-COOH) attached. The hydroxyl groups are located at the 2 and 4 positions on the benzene ring, which influences the compound's chemical properties and reactivity.
Synthesis[edit]
2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid can be synthesized through various chemical reactions, including the hydroxylation of salicylic acid or through the Kolbe-Schmitt reaction, which involves the carboxylation of phenolates.
Applications[edit]
This compound is used in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and dyes. It serves as an intermediate in the production of more complex chemical compounds.
Biological significance[edit]
2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid is found in some plants and can be a part of the shikimate pathway, which is a biosynthetic route used by bacteria, fungi, and plants to synthesize aromatic compounds.
