o-Xylene (OX)

Specifikationer
Product Nameo-Xylene (OX)
SKUo-Xylene (OX)
EC no202-422-2
CAS no95-47-6
FormulaC8H10
Synonyms1,2-Xylene, 1,2-Dimethylbenzene, o-Xylene, ortho-Xylene, OXortho-Xylen (1,2-dimethyl-benzen, o-xylen, OX

C8H10 (Xylene)  represents a group of compounds known as xylene, which are aromatic hydrocarbons. This formula covers three isomers: ortho-xylene (o-xylene), meta-xylene (m-xylene), and para-xylene (p-xylene).

Structure and Isomers:

Ortho-xylene (o-xylene):

  • Structure: The methyl groups (CH3) are positioned on the benzene ring at positions 1 and 2.
  • Properties: This isomer has a lower boiling point compared to the other xylene isomers.

Meta-xylene (m-xylene):

  • Structure: The methyl groups are positioned at positions 1 and 3.
  • Properties: This isomer is less commonly used in industry but can still serve as a solvent.

Para-xylene (p-xylene):

  • Structure: The methyl groups are positioned at positions 1 and 4.
  • Properties: Para-xylene is the most valuable of the three isomers, as it is a key raw material for producing terephthalic acid, which is used in the production of PET plastic.

Applications:

  • Solvents: All three isomers are used as solvents in various chemical processes.
  • Chemical Production: Xylene is involved in the synthesis of many chemical compounds, including dyes, plastics, and pesticides.

Summary:

C8H10 covers a group of aromatic compounds with similar but distinct properties and applications. Their structure influences their chemical reactivity and the specific industries in which they are used.

 

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