Ethylene

C₂H₄

IUPAC: Ethene

CAS: 74-85-1

Обзор

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

Состав

Элемент Символ Атомы Атомная масса
Hydrogen H 4 1,0080
Carbon C 2 12,0110

Элементный состав

H
14,4%
C
85,6%

Применение

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

Интересные факты

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

Безопасность

  • ⚠ Highly flammable
  • ⚠ Asphyxiant

Structure

SMILES

C=C

Свойства

Тип
organic
Состояние
gas
Молярная масса
28,05 g/mol
Плотность
0,0012 g/cm³
Температура плавления
-169,2 °C
Температура кипения
-103,7 °C
Растворимость
0.131 g/L at 25°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
28,0313
XLogP
1,2
TPSA
0,0 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
0
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
2
Complexity
0,0

Frequently Asked Questions

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