Etileno

C₂H₄

IUPAC: Ethene

CAS: 74-85-1

Descripción general

Ethylene is the simplest alkene and the most produced organic compound worldwide. It is the key monomer for polyethylene plastic.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 4 1,0080
Carbono C 2 12,0110

Composición elemental

Usos

  • Polyethylene production
  • Fruit ripening agent
  • Ethanol production
  • PVC precursor

Datos curiosos

  • Ethylene is a natural plant hormone that triggers fruit ripening — one rotten apple really does spoil the bunch

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Highly flammable
  • ⚠ Asphyxiant

Estructura

SMILES

C=C

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
gas
Masa molar
28,05 g/mol
Densidad
0,0012 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
-169,2 °C
Punto de ebullición
-103,7 °C
Solubilidad
0.131 g/L at 25°C

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
28,0313
XLogP
1,2
TPSA
0,0 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
0
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
0
Enlaces rotables
0
Átomos pesados
2
Complejidad
0,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Etileno?
Etileno (C₂H₄) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Ethene.
What is the molecular weight of Etileno?
Etileno has a molar mass of 28.05 g/mol.
What state is Etileno at room temperature?
Etileno is a gas at room temperature.
Is Etileno organic or inorganic?
Etileno is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Etileno?
Etileno (C₂H₄) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C).