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Hexamine (Hexamethylenetetramine)

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Structure of Hexamine

  • Hexamine Chemical Formula: C₆H₁₂N₄

  • Molecular Structure: A heterocyclic compound consisting of a six-membered ring with alternating carbon and nitrogen atoms, where each nitrogen atom is bonded to a methylene group (CH₂).

  • Geometry: Cage-like structure with a tetrahedral arrangement.

Hexamine (Hexamethylenetetramine)
Hexamine (Hexamethylenetetramine)

Uses

  1. Antiseptic: Used in urinary tract antiseptics.

  2. Fuel Tablets: Used as a solid fuel in camping stoves.

  3. Resins: A precursor in the production of phenolic resins and explosives like RDX.

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