Pentane

PubChem CID:8003
Structure:
Chemical Safety:
FlammableFlammable
IrritantIrritant
Health HazardHealth Hazard
Environmental HazardEnvironmental Hazard
Molecular Formula:C5H12 or CH3(CH2)3CH3
Synonyms:
PENTANE
n-Pentane
109-66-0
Pentan
Skellysolve A
Molecular Weight:
72.15 g/mol
Dates:
  • Modify:
    2020-02-08
  • Create:
    2004-09-16
Pentane is found in alcoholic beverages. Pentane is present in hop oil. Pentane is any or one of the organic compounds with the formula C5H12. This alkane is a component of some fuels and is employed as a specialty solvent in the laboratory. Its properties are very similar to those of butane and hexane. It exists in three structural isomers, the branched isomers are called isopentane and neopentane. Pentane is one of the primary blowing agents used in the production of polystyrene foam.
Pentane is a straight chain alkane consisting of 5 carbon atoms. It has a role as a non-polar solvent and a refrigerant. It is a volatile organic compound and an alkane.
N-pentane appears as a clear colorless liquid with a petroleum-like odor. Flash point 57°F. Boiling point 97°F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Hence floats on water. Vapors are heavier than air.

1Structures

1.12D Structure

Chemical Structure Depiction
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1.23D Conformer

Interactive Chemical Structure Model