Halogen (Chlorine) Containing Compound
Used in treatment of Malaria
Synthetic Organic Compound
Chloroquine is an antimalarial drug that inhibits Plasmodium parasites by disrupting heme detoxification. Widely used since the 1930s, its effectiveness has declined due to resistance. It also treats autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Despite controversies, chloroquine remains historically significant for its role in malaria and other therapeutic applications.
Chlorine containing compound
Antibiotic
Produced by Microorganisms
Used in tratment of thyroid fever
Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis. Originally derived from Streptomyces venezuelae, it is now made synthetically. Though effective against serious infections, its use is limited due to rare side effects like bone marrow suppression. It remains important for treating life-threatening bacterial infections.
Aspirin, or acetylsalicylic acid, is a widely used medication with pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. It inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes, reducing prostaglandin production. Aspirin also prevents blood clots, making it essential in cardiovascular disease management. Despite its benefits, overuse can cause side effects like stomach ulcers or bleeding disorders.
Anaesthetic during Surgery
Fully fluorinated compound
potential blood substitute in surgery
Hormone
Iodine containing compound
deficiency caused Goitre disease
Cumene, or isopropylbenzene, is an aromatic hydrocarbon widely used in the chemical industry. It is primarily utilized to produce phenol and acetone via the cumene hydroperoxide process. Derived from benzene and propylene, cumene serves as a key intermediate in manufacturing plastics, resins, and synthetic fibers.
Phenol and Acetone Production
Alkylation Reactions
Oxidation Reaction
As a Solvent
Quinone refers to a class of aromatic compounds characterized by a six-membered benzene ring with two ketone groups in para or ortho positions. Quinones are key intermediates in biological and chemical processes, such as cellular respiration and photosynthesis.
Oxidizing Agents
Electron Carriers
Synthesis of Hydroquinones
Precursor in Polymerization
Picric acid, also known as 2,4,6-trinitrophenol, is a highly nitrated phenolic compound. It is a yellow crystalline solid with strong acidic properties and is known for its explosive nature.
Explosive
Chemical Synthesis
Staining Agent
Antiseptic
Salicylic acid is a colourless, bitter-tasting organic compound derived from plants, notably the bark of willow trees. It is widely known for its role in pain relief, anti-inflammatory effects, and as a precursor in the synthesis of aspirin.
Pain Relief and Anti-inflammatory
Skin Care
Synthesis of Aspirin
Preservative
obtained from Vanilla beans
obtained from meadow sweet
obtained from Cinnamon