Naphthalene
Formula:
C
10
H
8
mol.wt.=
128.17
mp=
80-82°C
bp=
218°C
Common synonyms:
Naphthene, tar camphor
Alcohol: 1 g in 13 mL; Toluene: 1 g in 3.5 mL; Dichloromethane: 1 g in 2 mL; Very soluble in ether, hydrocarbons. Insoluble in water.
Solubility
Flammable solid. Toxic in large quantities; by ingestion, inhalation, skin absorption. Cancer suspect agent.
Safety
