- Definition of C5H10
C5H10 is the chemical formula of compounds belonging to the Alkene group, consisting of 5 carbon atoms and 10 hydrogen atoms. The common name for C5H10 is Pentene. In English, they are called “Pentene” or “Cyclopentene”. The atomic mass of C5H10 is 70.133 g/mol. The molecular structure of C5H10 includes 5 Carbon atoms and 10 Hydrogen atoms, interconnected in a certain order. Regarding ion structure, C5H10 does not create ions because it does not have the ability to create ions under standard conditions.
- Properties of C5H10
C5H10 is a colorless liquid with a slight odor. It is neither alkaline nor acidic so its pH value is 7. The chemical properties of C5H10 are expressed through reactions such as substitution reactions, addition reactions, rearrangement reactions, and redox reactions.
- Common chemical equations
C5H10 primarily participates in addition reactions, such as addition with HCl, HBr, HOCl, Br2, Cl2. C5H10 can also engage in rearrangement reactions and redox reactions.
- Preparation of C5H10
In the lab, C5H10 can be synthesized by using a compound with a longer carbon chain and performing a bond-breaking reaction. In industry, C5H10 is usually prepared from the butene reaction of ethylene with propylene or from the hydrocarbon cracking reaction.