hexane

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Noun — Hexane is a colourless, volatile hydrocarbon liquid with the chemical formula C6H14, of which five different isomers exist.

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hexane solvent extracted with hexane hexane vapour trace of hexane

Hexane is a technical chemistry term, mostly met in scientific or industrial contexts.

Hexane was built from the prefix hex-, referring to its six carbon atoms, joined to the chemical suffix -ane used for this family of hydrocarbons.

What is hexane used for?

It is commonly used as a solvent, for example in laboratories and in extracting oils from seeds.

Is hexane the same as one single compound?

No, hexane refers to any of five isomeric hydrocarbons that share the formula C6H14 but differ in structure.

Is hexane a liquid or a gas at room temperature?

It is a colourless liquid that evaporates readily, meaning it is volatile.