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Free calculate double bond equivalent (dbe) or degree of unsaturation for organic compounds using molecular formula.
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Double Bond Equivalent Formula
DBE Formula
DBE = C - H/2 + N/2 + 1
- • C = Number of carbon atoms
- • H = Number of hydrogen atoms
- • N = Number of nitrogen atoms
- • Halogens count as hydrogen
DBE Interpretation
- • DBE = 0: Saturated compound (alkanes)
- • DBE = 1: One double bond or ring
- • DBE = 2: Two double bonds, one triple bond, or two rings
- • DBE = 4: Aromatic ring (benzene-like)
- • Higher DBE: More unsaturation