| Formula / Notation | C5H10 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 287-92-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 70.13 |
| Melting Point | -137 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 120.7 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.74 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | Insoluble (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Cyclopentane appears as a clear colorless liquid with a petroleum-like odor. Flash point of -35 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. |
| Also Known As | Pentamethylene; 287-92-3; ciclopentano; cyclopentan; Zyklopentan; T86PB90RNU; DTXSID6024886; NSC-60213; DTXCID804886; CHEBI:23492 |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Cyclopentane?
Cyclopentane is a cycloalkane that consists of five carbons each bonded with two hydrogens above and below the plane. The parent of the class of cyclopentanes. It has a role as a non-polar solvent. It is a volatile organic compound, a cycloalkane and a member of cyclopentanes.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: cyclopentane
Other Names / Synonyms: Pentamethylene; 287-92-3; ciclopentano; cyclopentan; Zyklopentan; T86PB90RNU; DTXSID6024886; NSC-60213; DTXCID804886; CHEBI:23492
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -137 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 120.7 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.74 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 70.13 |
| Solubility | Insoluble (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Cyclopentane appears as a clear colorless liquid with a petroleum-like odor. Flash point of -35 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. |
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
Cyclopentane is a cycloalkane that consists of five carbons each bonded with two hydrogens above and below the plane. The parent of the class of cyclopentanes. It has a role as a non-polar solvent. It is a volatile organic compound, a cycloalkane and a member of cyclopentanes.
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 Cyclopentane is: C5H10