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Propanol |
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Chemical formula
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C3H7OH |
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Also known as:
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1-propanol, propylic alcohol, optal |
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Properties
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Mol. Wt.
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60.09 |
B.P.
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97.2°C |
Solubility
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Miscible with water, alcohol and ether. |
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Description |
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Propanol was discovered in crude fusel oil and obtained by fractionation; it is available as a by-product of the reaction between carbon monoxide and hydrogen.
It is a liquid that is alcoholic and slightly stupefying odour. |
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Uses |
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Propanol is used as a solvent for resins and cellulose esters. |
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