Acroleína

C₃H₄O

IUPAC: Prop-2-enal

CAS: 107-02-8

Descripción general

Acrolein is the simplest unsaturated aldehyde and one of the most irritating compounds known. It is produced when fats are overheated and is a major component of cigarette smoke.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 4 1,0080
Carbono C 3 12,0110
Oxígeno O 1 15,9990

Composición elemental

Usos

  • Herbicide production
  • Chemical intermediate
  • Biocide for water treatment

Datos curiosos

  • Responsible for the acrid smell when frying oil is overheated, and is a key toxin in cigarette smoke

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Extremely toxic
  • ⚠ Lachrymator
  • ⚠ Flammable

Estructura

SMILES

C=CC=O

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
liquid
Masa molar
56,06 g/mol
Densidad
0,8410 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
-87,7 °C
Punto de ebullición
52,6 °C
Solubilidad
206 g/L at 20°C

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
56,0262
XLogP
0,0
TPSA
17,1 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
0
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
1
Enlaces rotables
1
Átomos pesados
4
Complejidad
30,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Acroleína?
Acroleína (C₃H₄O) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Prop-2-enal.
What is the molecular weight of Acroleína?
Acroleína has a molar mass of 56.06 g/mol.
What state is Acroleína at room temperature?
Acroleína is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Acroleína organic or inorganic?
Acroleína is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Acroleína?
Acroleína (C₃H₄O) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).