Polihidroxibutirato

(C₄H₆O₂)ₙ

IUPAC: Poly(3-hydroxybutanoic acid)

CAS: 26063-00-3

Descripción general

PHB is a biodegradable polyester produced naturally by bacteria as an energy storage material. It is being developed as an alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 6 1,0080
Carbono C 4 12,0110
Oxígeno O 2 15,9990

Composición elemental

Usos

  • Biodegradable packaging
  • Medical implants
  • Agricultural mulch film

Datos curiosos

  • Produced naturally by bacteria when carbon sources are abundant but other nutrients are limited

Estructura

SMILES

CC(CC(=O)O)O

Propiedades

Tipo
polymer
Estado
solid
Masa molar
86,09 g/mol
Densidad
1,2500 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
175,0 °C
Solubilidad
insoluble

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
104,0473
XLogP
-0,5
TPSA
57,5 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
3
Enlaces rotables
2
Átomos pesados
7
Complejidad
69,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Polihidroxibutirato?
Polihidroxibutirato ((C₄H₆O₂)ₙ) is a polymer compound with the IUPAC name Poly(3-hydroxybutanoic acid).
What is the molecular weight of Polihidroxibutirato?
Polihidroxibutirato has a molar mass of 86.09 g/mol.
What state is Polihidroxibutirato at room temperature?
Polihidroxibutirato is a solid at room temperature.
Is Polihidroxibutirato organic or inorganic?
Polihidroxibutirato is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Polihidroxibutirato?
Polihidroxibutirato ((C₄H₆O₂)ₙ) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).