Acenaphth[1,2-a]anthracene-d14

Acenaphth[1,2-a]anthracene-d14 is a deuterated form of acenaphth[1,2-a]anthracene, a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) that is commonly used as a standard reference material in analytical chemistry and environmental monitoring. The deuterated form, which contains 14 deuterium atoms, is used in a variety of research applications, particularly in the field of environmental chemistry. One of the primary uses of acenaphth[1,2-a]anthracene-d14 is as a surrogate standard in the analysis of PAHs in environmental samples. It is commonly used in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) to quantify the levels of PAHs in soil, water, and air samples. The deuterated form provides several advantages in this application, including improved sensitivity, selectivity, and accuracy. In addition to its use as a surrogate standard, acenaphth[1,2-a]anthracene-d14 is also used in research studies to investigate the fate and transport of PAHs in the environment. This includes studies on the biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and toxicity of PAHs, as well as their role in atmospheric chemistry and climate change. Chemically, acenaphth[1,2-a]anthracene-d14 is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon with a molecular formula of C22H8D14. It has a melting point of 148-150°C and a boiling point of 430-460°C. The deuterated form is stable under normal conditions and can be stored for extended periods of time without degradation.