Glicerol

C₃H₈O₃

IUPAC: Propane-1,2,3-triol

CAS: 56-81-5

Descripción general

Glycerol is a sweet, viscous trihydric alcohol found in all fats and oils. It is a byproduct of soap and biodiesel production.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 8 1,0080
Carbono C 3 12,0110
Oxígeno O 3 15,9990

Composición elemental

Usos

  • Moisturizer
  • Food sweetener (E422)
  • Pharmaceutical solvent
  • Nitroglycerin precursor

Datos curiosos

  • Glycerol is the backbone of all triglyceride fats in the human body

Estructura

SMILES

C(C(CO)O)O

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
liquid
Masa molar
92,09 g/mol
Densidad
1,2610 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
17,8 °C
Punto de ebullición
290,0 °C
Solubilidad
Miscible

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
92,0473
XLogP
-1,8
TPSA
60,7 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
3
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
3
Enlaces rotables
2
Átomos pesados
6
Complejidad
25,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glicerol?
Glicerol (C₃H₈O₃) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Propane-1,2,3-triol.
What is the molecular weight of Glicerol?
Glicerol has a molar mass of 92.09 g/mol.
What state is Glicerol at room temperature?
Glicerol is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Glicerol organic or inorganic?
Glicerol is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Glicerol?
Glicerol (C₃H₈O₃) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).