👉 Sulfones, also known as sulfoxides or sulfonates, are a class of organic compounds that contain one or more sulfonic acid groups on their carbon atoms. They are primarily found in marine and freshwater ecosystems due to their ability to react with oxygen and form sulfate ions (SO4^2-). Sulfones are commonly used in the production of detergents, paint, and other industrial applications. In organic chemistry, sulfones can be further classified based on their functional groups