What are the Other Names for Propylene Oxide?
Propylene oxide, a widely used organic compound, is known by several other chemical names. These alternative names often describe its chemical structure or functional group.
The various other names for propylene oxide include:
| Category | Other Names |
|---|---|
| Common/Systematic | Epoxypropane, Propylene epoxide, 1,2-Propylene oxide, Methyl oxirane, 1,2-Epoxypropane, Propene oxide, Methyl ethylene oxide, Methylethylene oxide |
Propylene oxide, also known as epoxypropane or methyl oxirane, is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH₃CHCH₂O. It is a colorless, volatile liquid that is industrially significant as a precursor to polyols and various other chemical products. Its unique cyclic ether structure (an epoxide) is responsible for its reactivity.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the Propylene oxide Wikipedia page.
