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Quick Reference
| Formula / Notation | C2H6O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 107-21-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 62.07 |
| Melting Point | 9 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 387.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.115 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 63.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Ethylene glycol is a clear, colorless syrupy liquid. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment. Since it is a liqui... |
| Also Known As | ethane-1,2-diol; Ethane-1,2-diol; 107-21-1; 1,2-ethanediol; glycol; monoethylene glycol; 2-hydroxyethanol; 1,2-Dihydroxyethane; Glycol alcohol; Ethylene alcohol |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Ethylene glycol?
Ethylene glycol (ingested) can cause developmental toxicity according to The National Toxicology Program.
Formula & Notation
C2H6O2
IUPAC Name: ethane-1,2-diol
Other Names / Synonyms: ethane-1,2-diol; Ethane-1,2-diol; 107-21-1; 1,2-ethanediol; glycol; monoethylene glycol; 2-hydroxyethanol; 1,2-Dihydroxyethane; Glycol alcohol; Ethylene alcohol
Properties & Characteristics
Appearance: Ethylene glycol is a clear, colorless syrupy liquid. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment. Since it is a liqui.... Molecular formula: C2H6O2. Molecular weight: 62.07 g/mol. Boiling point: 387.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: 9 °F (NTP, 1992). Density: 1.115 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink. Solubility: greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 63.5 °F (NTP, 1992). Vapor pressure: 0.06 mmHg at 68 °F ; 1 mmHg at 127.4 °F (NTP, 1992). LogP: -1.4.
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 9 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 387.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.115 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 62.07 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 63.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Ethylene glycol is a clear, colorless syrupy liquid. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment. Since it is a liqui... |
Uses & Applications
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Safety Information
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Term
Ethylene glycol
Formula
C2H6O2
CAS Number
107-21-1
Molecular Weight
62.07
Category
Organic Compounds
Index
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Synonyms
ethane-1,2-diol; Ethane-1,2-diol; 107-21-1; 1,2-ethanediol; glycol; monoethylene glycol; 2-hydroxyethanol; 1,2-Dihydroxyethane; Glycol alcohol; Ethylene alcohol
Frequently Asked Questions
Ethylene glycol (ingested) can cause developmental toxicity according to The National Toxicology Program.
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 Ethylene glycol is: C2H6O2
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Effective Collisions
Effective Collisions
E ≥ Ea (activation energy required)
Effective Molality
m_eff = i × m (van't Hoff factor)
Effective Nuclear Charge
Z_eff = Z − σ (Slater's rules)
Efflorescence
Hydrated salt losing water in air: M·nH₂O(s) → M·(n-x)H₂O(s) + xH₂O(g)
Einsteinium
Es
Electrical Conductivity
κ = 1/ρ; Λm = κ/c
Electrochemical Cell
Galvanic cell: ΔG = −nFE_cell; Electrolytic cell: ΔG = +nFE_applied
Electrochemical Series
Arranged by E° (standard reduction potential); SHE: E° = 0.00 V
Electrochemistry
E° cell = E° cathode − E° anode | ΔG° = −nFE°
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