Fluoresceína

C₂₀H₁₂O₅

IUPAC: 3',6'-Dihydroxy-3H-spiro[isobenzofuran-1,9'-xanthen]-3-one

CAS: 2321-07-5

Descripción general

Fluorescein is a synthetic fluorescent dye that glows bright green under UV light. It is used in ophthalmology, water tracing, and forensics.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 12 1,0080
Carbono C 20 12,0110
Oxígeno O 5 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×12
3,6%
C
Carbono ×20
72,3%
O
Oxígeno ×5
24,1%

Usos

  • • Ophthalmology (eye examination)
  • • Water flow tracing
  • • Forensic detection
  • • Fluorescence microscopy

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ Used to trace water flow in rivers, caves, and sewage systems due to its intense fluorescence

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Non-toxic at standard doses

Estructura

SMILES

C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)OC23C4=C(C=C(C=C4)O)OC5=C3C=CC(=C5)O

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
332,31 g/mol
Densidad
1,6020 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
314,0 °C
Solubilidad
slightly soluble

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
332,0685
XLogP
3,4
TPSA
76,0 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
5
Enlaces rotables
0
Átomos pesados
25
Complejidad
522,0

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Acetato de butilo

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Acetato de etilo

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Acetato de vinilo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fluoresceína?
Fluoresceína (C₂₀H₁₂O₅) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name 3',6'-Dihydroxy-3H-spiro[isobenzofuran-1,9'-xanthen]-3-one.
What is the molecular weight of Fluoresceína?
Fluoresceína has a molar mass of 332.31 g/mol.
What state is Fluoresceína at room temperature?
Fluoresceína is a solid at room temperature.
Is Fluoresceína organic or inorganic?
Fluoresceína is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Fluoresceína?
Fluoresceína (C₂₀H₁₂O₅) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).