C3H6, also known as Propene or in English as Propylene, is a type of unsaturated hydrocarbon. Propene has a molecular formula of C3H6, with an atomic mass of 42 g/mol, consisting of 3 carbon atoms and 6 hydrogen atoms. The molecular structure of C3H6 involves a pi bond between two carbon atoms, resulting in a non-symmetric structure.
The physical properties of C3H6: Under standard conditions, C3H6 is a colorless, odorless, and non-luminous gas. It is not harmful upon contact with skin or eyes, and does not cause skin irritation. The pH of C3H6 cannot be measured as it is a gas.
The chemical properties of C3H6: Propene is highly flammable in the air, producing CO2 and H2O. It can also react with bromine to form 1,2-dibromopropane, or with HCl to produce 2-chloropropane. This substance can also react with strong oxidizing agents such as KMnO4, HNO3…
The common reactions of C3H6 are with oxidizing agents, such as KMnO4, HNO3… and reactions with HCl, HI, HBr…
The synthesis of C3H6: In the laboratory, C3H6 is usually synthesized by the reaction between ethyl chlorohydrate and KOH. Industrially, C3H6 is typically produced from petroleum through the process of hydrocarbon chain shortening.