Benzaldehyde is primarily known by its common name, Benzaldehyde, which is also its Preferred IUPAC Name. However, it is also referred to by several other chemical names.
Nomenclature of Benzaldehyde
Benzaldehyde has multiple names used in different contexts, particularly in chemical and industrial settings. These names help to identify its chemical structure and properties.
Here are the various names for benzaldehyde:
| Type of Name | Name |
|---|---|
| Preferred IUPAC Name | Benzaldehyde |
| Other Names | Benzenecarboxaldehyde |
| Phenylmethanal | |
| Benzoic aldehyde |
Key Chemical Identifier
Beyond its various names, benzaldehyde can also be uniquely identified by its Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) Registry Number. This number is a unique numerical identifier for chemical elements, compounds, polymers, biological sequences, mixtures, and alloys.
- CAS Number: 100-52-7
For more detailed information on benzaldehyde, including its properties, uses, and safety information, you can refer to comprehensive chemical databases and encyclopedias. For instance, its entry on Wikipedia provides a wealth of information: Benzaldehyde.
