The Versatile Chemical Compound - Aniline

It was first isolated in 1826 by Otto Unverdorben from the beta-naphthylamine present in coal tar. He was able to isolate a volatile crystalline substance from the tar which was given the name aniline. Its structure and chemical nature remained unknown for many years. In 1834, it was shown to be a flammable oily liquid. Further chemical analysis es

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