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Adamantane
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| General | |
| Name | Adamantane (Tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane) |
| Chemical formula | C10H16 |
| CAS Number | 281-23-2 |
| Physical | |
| Molar mass | 136,23 g/mol |
| Density | 1,07 g/cm³ (20 °C) |
| Melting point | 270 °C |
| Safety | |
| R- und S-Sätze | R:/ S: 24/25/28/37/45 |
| MAC | not defined |
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SI units were used where possible. Unless otherwise stated, standard conditions were used. | |
Adamantane (Tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane) is a colourless, crystalline powder, that smells like camphor. It is an cycloalkane and also the easiest diamondoid, with a formula of C10H16. Adamantane is found in petroleum and some mountain crystals.
It melts at 270 °C and sublimates before boiling. It is unsoluble in water, and has a density of 1.07 g/cm³. Adamantane is very stable. It is used in polymers to give them special properties. It is also used in pharmacy.
10-26-2009 08:16:03
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