What is C3H6O? Important knowledge about C3H6O

1. Definition of C₃H₆O

C₃H₆O is a generic formula for organic compounds containing 3 Carbon atoms, 6 Hydrogen atoms, and 1 Oxygen atom. Two common substances with this formula are Propanone (also known as Acetone) and Propanal (also known as Propionaldehyde).

1.1 Names
1.1.1 Common names: Propanone, Propanal
1.1.2 English names: Acetone, Propionaldehyde
1.2 Atomic mass: Carbon: 12, Hydrogen: 1, Oxygen: 16
1.3 Molecular weight: C₃H₆O: 58 g/mol
1.3.1 Molecular structure: 3C, 6H, 1O
1.4 Ionic structure: There are no ions in C₃H₆O

2. Properties of C₃H₆O

2.1 Physical properties of C₃H₆O
Depending on its specific structure, C₃H₆O can be a liquid or gas, usually colorless and with a characteristic smell. Its pH also depends on the specific substance and environment.
2.2 Chemical properties of C₃H₆O
This substance is generally easily oxidized, reacts with acids, bases, and other substances, forming different organic compounds.

3. Common chemical equations of C₃H₆O
   C₃H₆O often participates in oxidation, reduction, hydrolysis reactions and reactions with metals, acids, bases, salts, etc.

4. Preparation of C₃H₆O

4.1 Laboratory preparation of C₃H₆O
It is usually prepared by oxidizing other organic compounds, such as Propane or Propanol.
4.2 Industrial preparation of C₃H₆O
In the industry, C₃H₆O is often prepared from petroleum products, by steam oxidation reaction or dehydrogenation reaction.