Propane
| Propane | ||
|---|---|---|
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| IUPACName | Propane | |
| Properties | ||
| Appearance | Colorless gas | |
| BoilingPt | −42.09 °C (231.1 K) | |
| Density | 1.83 kg/m3, gas 0.5077 kg/L, liquid | |
| MeltingPt | −187.6 °C (85.5 K) | |
| Solubility | 0.1 g/cm3 (37.8 °C) | |
| Hazards | ||
| EUClass | Highly flammable (F+) | |
| RPhrases | R12 | |
| SPhrases | (S2), S9, S16 | |
| Related compounds | ||
| Function | alkanes | |
| OtherFunctions | Ethane Butane | |
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Propane is a three-carbon alkane, normally a gas, but compressible to a liquid that is transportable. It is derived from other petroleum products during oil or natural gas processing. It is commonly used as a fuel for engines, barbecues, and home heating systems.
When used as vehicle fuel, it is commonly known as liquified petroleum gas (LPG or LP-gas), which can be a mixture of propane along with small amounts of propylene, butane, and butylene. The odorant ethanethiol is also added so that people can easily smell the gas in case of a leak.
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When used as vehicle fuel, it is commonly known as liquified petroleum gas (LPG or LP-gas), which can be a mixture of propane along with small amounts of propylene, butane, and butylene. The odorant ethanethiol is also added so that people can easily smell the gas in case of a leak.
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