Ethane
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Ethane is a chemical compound and an alkane with a chemical formula of C2H6. It is the only type of alkane with two carbon atoms.
Hydrocarbon - Ethene | |
Molecular Formula | C2H6 |
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Series (Family) - Alkanes | |
Previous | Methane |
Next | Propane |
Physical Properties | |
Melting Point | -182.7 °C |
Boiling Point | -88.6 °C |
Its main use is in the chemical industry, in producing ethylene by steam cracking. At room temperature, the gas is flammable, and it explodes when mixed with air. When ethane is at a liquid state, touching it will result with a very serious frostbite.