What is C3H8? Important knowledge about C3H8.

1. Definition of C₃H₈

1.1 Names
1.1.1 Common name: C₃H₈ is also known as Propane, a colorless, odorless hydrocarbon in the alkane family.
1.1.2 English name: C₃H₈ is also referred to as Propane in English.
1.2 Atomic unit: C₃H₈ contains 3 carbon atoms and 8 hydrogen atoms.
1.3 Atomic mass
1.3.1 Molecular structure: C₃H₈ has an atomic mass of 44.097 g/mol
1.4 Ion structure: C₃H₈ does not form ions as it is a non-polar hydrocarbon.

2. Properties of C₃H₈

2.1 Physical properties of C₃H₈
State: Gas at room temperature
Color: Colorless
Smell: Odorless
pH: Not applicable as it is a gas
2.2 Chemical properties of C₃H₈: C₃H₈ is highly combustible in air, producing heat. It can also react with strong oxidizing agents.

3. Common chemical equations for C₃H₈
   Combustion reaction: C₃H₈ + 5O₂ -> 3CO₂ + 4H₂O
   Reaction with strong oxidizing agents such as Cl₂: C₃H₈ + Cl₂ -> C₃H₇Cl + HCl

4. Preparation of C₃H₈

4.1 Laboratory preparation of C₃H₈: C₃H₈ is difficult to prepare in the lab as it is primarily produced from petroleum sources.
4.2 Industrial preparation of C₃H₈: C₃H₈ is typically separated from natural gas or produced during petroleum refining.