| Formula / Notation | C12H10 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 83-32-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 154.21 |
| Melting Point | 203 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 534 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.024 at 210 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Acenaphthene appears as white needles. Melting point 93.6 °C. Soluble in hot alcohol. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. May irritate skin and mucous membranes. Emits ... |
| Also Known As | 1,2-dihydroacenaphthylene; 83-32-9; 1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylene; 1,8-Ethylenenaphthalene; peri-Ethylenenaphthalene; Naphthyleneethylene; Acenaphthylene, 1,2-dihydro-; Ethylenenaphthalene; 1,8-Dihydroacenaphthalene; DTXSID3021774 |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Acenaphthene?
Acenaphthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derived from naphthalene by the addition of an ethylene bridge connecting C-1 and C-8.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 1,2-dihydroacenaphthylene
Other Names / Synonyms: 1,2-dihydroacenaphthylene; 83-32-9; 1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylene; 1,8-Ethylenenaphthalene; peri-Ethylenenaphthalene; Naphthyleneethylene; Acenaphthylene, 1,2-dihydro-; Ethylenenaphthalene; 1,8-Dihydroacenaphthalene; DTXSID3021774
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 203 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 534 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.024 at 210 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 154.21 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Acenaphthene appears as white needles. Melting point 93.6 °C. Soluble in hot alcohol. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. May irritate skin and mucous membranes. Emits ... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Acenaphthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derived from naphthalene by the addition of an ethylene bridge connecting C-1 and C-8.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Acenaphthene is: C12H10