Naphthalene
Formula:
C
10
H
8
mol.wt.=
128.17
mp=
80-82°C
bp=
218°C
Common synonyms:
Naphthene, tar camphor
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Solubility
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.
Safety
Flammable solid.
Toxic in large quantities;
by ingestion, inhalation, skin absorption.
Cancer suspect agent.
