Description
Propylene, also known as propene, is an important organic compound used primarily in the production of plastics and chemicals.
- Full Name: Propylene (or Propene)
- CAS Number: 115-07-1
- Molecular Formula: C₃H₆
- Molecular Weight: 42.08 g/mol
Properties
- Appearance: Colorless gas
- Odor: Sweet odor
- Boiling Point: -47.6 °C (-53.7 °F)
- Melting Point: -185.2 °C (-301.4 °F)
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents
Applications
- Polymer Production: Primarily used to produce polypropylene, a widely used plastic in various applications, including packaging, automotive parts, and textiles.
- Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of other chemicals, including acrylonitrile and propylene oxide.
- Fuel: Can be used as a fuel gas in some industrial applications.
- Refrigerants: Used in some refrigeration applications as a refrigerant.
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