Alcohols

Definition Alcohols are a group of organic compounds with the general chemical structure R-OH. The hydroxyl group (OH) is attached to an aliphatic carbon atom. Aromatic alcohols are called phenols. They are a separate group of substances. Alcohols can be obtained as derivatives of water (H 2 O) in which a hydrogen atom has been … Alcohols

Sevoflurane

Products Sevoflurane is commercially available as a liquid (Sevorane, generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1995. Structure and properties Sevoflurane (C4H3F7O, Mr = 200.1 g/mol) exists as a clear, colorless, and volatile liquid with a mild, ether-like odor that is sparingly soluble in water. It is an ether that is fluorinated seven … Sevoflurane

Melting Point

Definition and properties Melting point is a characteristic temperature at which a substance changes from solid to liquid state. At this temperature, the solid and liquid occur in equilibrium. A typical example is ice, which melts at 0 °C and becomes liquid water. The melting point is slightly dependent on atmospheric pressure, which is why … Melting Point

Benzyl Alcohol

Products Pure benzyl alcohol is available in pharmacies and drugstores. Structure and properties Benzyl alcohol (C7H8O, Mr = 108.1 g/mol) is a primary aromatic alcohol. It exists as a clear, colorless, oily liquid with an aromatic odor that is soluble in water. The melting point is -15.2 °C, and the boiling point is 205 °C. … Benzyl Alcohol

Sulfur Dioxide

Products Sulfur dioxide is commercially available as a liquefied gas in compressed gas cylinders. Structure and properties Sulfur dioxide (SO2, 64.1 g/mol) exists as a colorless gas with a characteristic pungent and irritating sulfur odor that is soluble in water. The boiling point is -10°C. Sulfur dioxide is not combustible and is heavier than air. … Sulfur Dioxide

Desflurane

Products Desflurane is commercially available as a liquid for the preparation of a vapor for inhalation (Suprane). It has been approved in the United States since 1992 and in many countries since 1995. Structure and properties Desflurane (C3H2F6O, Mr = 168.0 g/mol) is a hexafluorinated (halogenated) ether and a racemate. It exists as a clear, … Desflurane

Chlorethane

Products Chlorethane is commercially available in the form of a spray can (Aethyl chloride Sintetica). It has been approved in many countries since 1982. Structure and properties Chloroethane (C2H5Cl, Mr = 64.5 g/mol) is a clear, colorless liquid with a boiling point of 12.5 °C. The substance is flammable and the vapors are ignitable. Keep … Chlorethane

Aromatics

Definition The best-known representative of the aromatics is benzene (benzenes), which consists of six carbon atoms arranged in a ring with angles of 120°. Benzene is usually drawn like a cylcoalkene, each with three alternating single and double bonds. However, benzene and the other aromatics do not belong to the alkenes and behave chemically differently. … Aromatics