Camphor

C₁₀H₁₆O

IUPAC: (1R,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one

CAS: 76-22-2

概述

Camphor is a waxy terpene with a strong aromatic odor, obtained from the camphor laurel tree. It has been used in medicine and moth repellent for centuries.

组成

元素 符号 原子 原子质量
Hydrogen H 16 1.0080
Carbon C 10 12.0110
Oxygen O 1 15.9990

元素组成

H
10.6%
C
78.9%
O
10.5%

用途

  • Topical analgesic
  • Moth repellent
  • Religious ceremonies
  • Plasticizer for cellulose nitrate

趣味知识

  • The camphor trade was so valuable that the Dutch fought wars over Borneo's camphor forests

安全性

  • ⚠ Toxic if ingested
  • ⚠ Flammable

Structure

SMILES

CC1(C2CCC1(C(=O)C2)C)C

属性

类型
organic
状态
solid
摩尔质量
152.23 g/mol
密度
0.9920 g/cm³
熔点
175.0 °C
沸点
204.0 °C
溶解度
1.2 g/L at 25°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
152.1201
XLogP
2.2
TPSA
17.1 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
11
Complexity
217.0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Camphor?
Camphor (C₁₀H₁₆O) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (1R,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one.
What is the molecular weight of Camphor?
Camphor has a molar mass of 152.23 g/mol.
What state is Camphor at room temperature?
Camphor is a solid at room temperature.
Is Camphor organic or inorganic?
Camphor is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Camphor?
Camphor (C₁₀H₁₆O) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).