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Formaldehyde

Structure:

  • Chemical Formula: CH₂O

  • Molecular Structure: A simple structure consisting of a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom (carbonyl group) and two hydrogen atoms.

  • Geometry: Trigonal planar around the carbon atom.

Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde

Uses:

  1. Preservative: Commonly used in embalming fluids and to preserve biological specimens.

  2. Disinfectant: Used as a disinfectant and sterilizing agent in various settings.

  3. Resins and Plastics: A key precursor in the production of resins like urea-formaldehyde and phenol-formaldehyde used in plastics and adhesives.


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