Diaminomaleonitrile
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Diaminomaleonitrile (DAMN) is an organic compound composed of two amino groups and two nitrile groups bonded to a central alkene unit. The systematic name reflects its relationship to maleic acid. DAMN form by oligomerization of hydrogen cyanide. It is the starting point for the synthesis of several classes of heterocyclic compounds. It has been considered as a possible organic chemical present in prebiotic conditions.[2]
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Preferred IUPAC name
(2Z)-2,3-Diaminobut-2-enedinitrile | |
Other names
2,3-Diaminomaleonitrile; Hydrogen cyanide tetramer | |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.013.361 |
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C4H4N4 | |
Molar mass | 108.104 g·mol−1 |
Melting point | 178–179 °C (352–354 °F; 451–452 K)[1] |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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