Policarbonato

(C₁₆H₁₄O₃)ₙ

IUPAC: Poly(bisphenol A carbonate)

CAS: 25037-45-0

Descripción general

Polycarbonate is an extremely tough, transparent thermoplastic. It is virtually unbreakable under normal conditions, with impact resistance 250 times that of glass. It is used in bulletproof windows, safety glasses, and CDs/DVDs.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 14 1,0080
Carbono C 16 12,0110
Oxígeno O 3 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×14
5,5%
C
Carbono ×16
75,6%
O
Oxígeno ×3
18,9%

Usos

  • • Bulletproof glass
  • • Safety glasses and visors
  • • CDs and DVDs
  • • Automotive headlight lenses

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ Bulletproof glass is typically multiple layers of polycarbonate and glass bonded together

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Contains bisphenol A (BPA), an endocrine disruptor
  • ⚠ BPA-free alternatives now available

Propiedades

Tipo
polymer
Estado
solid
Masa molar
254,28 g/mol
Densidad
1,2000 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
267,0 °C
Solubilidad
insoluble

También conocido como

PC Lexan Makrolon

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Policarbonato?
Policarbonato ((C₁₆H₁₄O₃)ₙ) is a polymer compound with the IUPAC name Poly(bisphenol A carbonate).
What is the molecular weight of Policarbonato?
Policarbonato has a molar mass of 254.284 g/mol.
What state is Policarbonato at room temperature?
Policarbonato is a solid at room temperature.
Is Policarbonato organic or inorganic?
Policarbonato is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Policarbonato?
Policarbonato ((C₁₆H₁₄O₃)ₙ) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).