- Phorone
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Phorone 2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadien-4-oneOther namesPhorone
Diisopropylidene acetoneIdentifiers CAS number 504-20-1 Jmol-3D images Image 1 - O=C(C=C(C)C)C=C(C)C
Properties Molecular formula C9H14O Molar mass 138.20 g/mol Density 0.885 g/cm3 Melting point 28 °C
Boiling point 198-199 °C
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Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)Infobox references Phorone, or diisopropylidene acetone, is a yellow crystalline substance with a geranium odor. It is a self-condensation product of acetone. It can also be obtained from certain camphor compounds.
combustible when exposed to heat or flame
Can be purified by repeated recrystallization from ethanol.
See also
References
- Merck Index, 11th Edition, 7307.
External links
Categories:- Ketones
- Alkenes
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