Oxirane
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Description
Common name used for Ethylene oxide. Oxirane also refers to the general COC triangular configuration of atoms of an oxygen atom bonded to two adjoining and bonded carbon atoms (Brady 1971). Oxirane compounds are used to make Epoxy resins.
Synonyms and Related Terms
ethylene oxide
| Composition | C2H4O |
|---|---|
| CAS | 75-21-8 |
| Melting Point | -111 |
| Density | 0.9 |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 44.1 |
| Boiling Point | 11 |
Hazards and Safety
Rxtremely flammable gas at room temperature that is heavier than air.
Contact with aqueous solutions causes burns.
Toxic by ingestion and inhalation. Liquid may cause frostbite.
LINK: International Chemical Safety Card
Additional Information
G.S.Brady, Materials Handbook, 10th edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, 1971.