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Tetrahydrofuran |
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Chemical formula
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C4H8O
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Also known as:
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THF, butylene oxide
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Properties
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Mol. Wt.
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72.11
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B.P.
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66ºC
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Solubility
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It is very soluble in
water, soluble in alcohols, ketones, esters, ethers and hydrocarbons.
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Description |
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THF is a water-white liquid that has an ethereal odour. |
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Uses |
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It is used as a solvent for Grignard reactions, reductions, and polymerizations. It is also used in resins, paints, adhesives, magnetic tapes and printing inks. THF is a chemical intermediate and monomer; it is a pharmaceutical intermediate and an extraction solvent. |
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