o-Xylene (OX)
Product Name | o-Xylene (OX) |
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SKU | o-Xylene (OX) |
EC no | 202-422-2 |
CAS no | 95-47-6 |
Formula | C8H10 |
Synonyms | 1,2-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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