Pentahydroxybenzene

Pentahydroxybenzene (C6H6O5) is a chemical compound whose structure consists of a benzene ring with five hydroxy groups (–OH) as substituents. The substance forms white to pinkish crystals.[1] It decomposes at 264–269 °C.[1]

Pentahydroxybenzene
Names
IUPAC name
Benzene-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
Other names
1,2,3,4,5-Benzenepentol
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
Properties
C6H6O5
Molar mass 158.109 g·mol−1
Appearance pinkish crystals
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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References

  1. Fatiadi, Alexander J. (1969). "Esters of benzenepentol (pentahydroxybenzene)". Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data. 14: 118–119. doi:10.1021/je60040a041.
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