Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane)

(C₂H₆OSi)ₙ

IUPAC: Poly(dimethylsiloxane)

CAS: 63148-62-9

نظرة عامة

PDMS is the most widely used silicone, with applications from medical implants to cooking molds, lubricants, and waterproofing agents.

التركيب

العنصر الرمز الذرات الكتلة الذرية
Hydrogen H 6 1,0080
Carbon C 2 12,0110
Oxygen O 1 15,9990
Silicon Si 1 28,0850

التركيب العنصري

C
32,4%
O
21,6%
Si
37,9%

الاستخدامات

  • Medical implants
  • Cosmetics (dimethicone)
  • Mold release agent
  • Waterproofing

حقائق مثيرة

  • The main ingredient in silicone bakeware, breast implants, and many cosmetic products

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane)?
Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane) ((C₂H₆OSi)ₙ) is a polymer compound with the IUPAC name Poly(dimethylsiloxane).
What is the molecular weight of Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane)?
Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane) has a molar mass of 74.15 g/mol.
What state is Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane) at room temperature?
Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane) is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane) organic or inorganic?
Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane) is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane)?
Silicone (Polydimethylsiloxane) ((C₂H₆OSi)ₙ) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O), Silicon (Si).