Methyl Methacrylate
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IUPAC: Methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
CAS: 80-62-6
Overview
Methyl methacrylate is the monomer used to produce polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), known commercially as Plexiglas, Lucite, or acrylic glass. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a fruity odor. PMMA is an important transparent engineering plastic.
Composition
Uses
- • Acrylic glass (Plexiglas/Lucite) production
- • Dental and orthopedic bone cement
- • Acrylic paints and coatings
- • Artificial nails
Fun Facts
- ✦ Plexiglas was critical in World War II for aircraft canopies and submarine periscopes
Safety
- ⚠ Skin and respiratory sensitizer
- ⚠ Flammable
- ⚠ Strong unpleasant odor
Structure
SMILES
CC(=C)C(=O)OC
Properties
- Type
- organic
- State
- liquid
- Molar Mass
- 100.12 g/mol
- Density
- 0.9360 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- -48.0 °C
- Boiling Point
- 100.6 °C
- Solubility
- 15.9 g/L at 20°C
Molecular Descriptors
- Exact Mass
- 100.0524
- XLogP
- 1.4
- TPSA
- 26.3 Ų
- H-Bond Donors
- 0
- H-Bond Acceptors
- 2
- Rotatable Bonds
- 2
- Heavy Atoms
- 7
- Complexity
- 94.0
Also Known As
MMA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Methyl Methacrylate?
Methyl Methacrylate (C₅H₈O₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate.
What is the molecular weight of Methyl Methacrylate?
Methyl Methacrylate has a molar mass of 100.116 g/mol.
What state is Methyl Methacrylate at room temperature?
Methyl Methacrylate is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Methyl Methacrylate organic or inorganic?
Methyl Methacrylate is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Methyl Methacrylate?
Methyl Methacrylate (C₅H₈O₂) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).