RDX

C₃H₆N₆O₆

IUPAC: 1,3,5-Trinitroperhydro-1,3,5-triazine

CAS: 121-82-4

Descripción general

RDX is a powerful military explosive more potent than TNT. It is a key component of C-4 plastic explosive and many military munitions.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 6 1,0080
Carbono C 3 12,0110
Nitrógeno N 6 14,0070
Oxígeno O 6 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×6
2,7%
C
Carbono ×3
16,2%
N
Nitrógeno ×6
37,8%
O
Oxígeno ×6
43,2%

Usos

  • • Military explosive
  • • C-4 component
  • • Mining blasting
  • • Detonator

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ RDX stands for Research Department Explosive, named during its secret WWII development

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Explosive
  • ⚠ Toxic
  • ⚠ Possible carcinogen

Estructura

SMILES

C1N(CN(CN1[N+](=O)[O-])[N+](=O)[O-])[N+](=O)[O-]

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
222,12 g/mol
Densidad
1,8200 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
205,5 °C
Solubilidad
insoluble

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
222,0349
XLogP
1,6
TPSA
147,0 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
0
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
9
Enlaces rotables
0
Átomos pesados
15
Complejidad
229,0

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Acetato de vinilo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RDX?
RDX (C₃H₆N₆O₆) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name 1,3,5-Trinitroperhydro-1,3,5-triazine.
What is the molecular weight of RDX?
RDX has a molar mass of 222.12 g/mol.
What state is RDX at room temperature?
RDX is a solid at room temperature.
Is RDX organic or inorganic?
RDX is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up RDX?
RDX (C₃H₆N₆O₆) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Nitrógeno (N), Oxígeno (O).