Alcanfor

C₁₀H₁₆O

IUPAC: (1R,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one

CAS: 76-22-2

Descripción general

Camphor is a waxy terpene with a strong aromatic odor, obtained from the camphor laurel tree. It has been used in medicine and moth repellent for centuries.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 16 1,0080
Carbono C 10 12,0110
Oxígeno O 1 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×16
10,6%
C
Carbono ×10
78,9%
O
Oxígeno ×1
10,5%

Usos

  • • Topical analgesic
  • • Moth repellent
  • • Religious ceremonies
  • • Plasticizer for cellulose nitrate

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ The camphor trade was so valuable that the Dutch fought wars over Borneo's camphor forests

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Toxic if ingested
  • ⚠ Flammable

Estructura

SMILES

CC1(C2CCC1(C(=O)C2)C)C

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
152,23 g/mol
Densidad
0,9920 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
175,0 °C
Punto de ebullición
204,0 °C
Solubilidad
1.2 g/L at 25°C

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
152,1201
XLogP
2,2
TPSA
17,1 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
0
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
1
Enlaces rotables
0
Átomos pesados
11
Complejidad
217,0

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Acetato de vinilo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alcanfor?
Alcanfor (C₁₀H₁₆O) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (1R,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one.
What is the molecular weight of Alcanfor?
Alcanfor has a molar mass of 152.23 g/mol.
What state is Alcanfor at room temperature?
Alcanfor is a solid at room temperature.
Is Alcanfor organic or inorganic?
Alcanfor is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Alcanfor?
Alcanfor (C₁₀H₁₆O) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).