Polymethyl Methacrylate
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Cite "Polymethyl Methacrylate"
Polymethyl Methacrylate. (n.d.). In Compound. Retrieved from /compound/polymethyl-methacrylate/
"Polymethyl Methacrylate." Compound, /compound/polymethyl-methacrylate/.
@misc{polymethyl-methacrylate, title={Polymethyl Methacrylate}, url={/compound/polymethyl-methacrylate/}}
IUPAC: Poly(methyl 2-methylpropenoate)
CAS: 9011-14-7
Overview
PMMA (Plexiglas/Lucite) is a transparent thermoplastic often used as a lightweight, shatter-resistant alternative to glass.
Composition
Uses
- • Transparent sheets (Plexiglas)
- • Automotive tail lights
- • Dental prosthetics
- • Aquariums
Fun Facts
- ✦ Used for the world's largest aquarium windows, some over 60 cm thick
Properties
- Type
- polymer
- State
- solid
- Molar Mass
- 100.12 g/mol
- Density
- 1.1800 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 160.0 °C
- Solubility
- insoluble
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polymethyl Methacrylate?
Polymethyl Methacrylate ((C₅H₈O₂)ₙ) is a polymer compound with the IUPAC name Poly(methyl 2-methylpropenoate).
What is the molecular weight of Polymethyl Methacrylate?
Polymethyl Methacrylate has a molar mass of 100.12 g/mol.
What state is Polymethyl Methacrylate at room temperature?
Polymethyl Methacrylate is a solid at room temperature.
Is Polymethyl Methacrylate organic or inorganic?
Polymethyl Methacrylate is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Polymethyl Methacrylate?
Polymethyl Methacrylate ((C₅H₈O₂)ₙ) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).