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Acetone

Acetone
Acetone

Structure:

  • Acetone Chemical Formula: C₃H₆O

  • Molecular Structure: A three-carbon chain with a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to the central carbon, with the remaining valencies filled by hydrogen atoms.

  • Geometry: Trigonal planar around the carbonyl carbon.

Uses:

  1. Solvent: Widely used as an industrial solvent for plastics, synthetic fibers, and in nail polish removers.

  2. Cleaning Agent: Employed as a degreasing agent and for cleaning laboratory equipment.

  3. Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of methyl methacrylate and bisphenol A.


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