2,5 Dimethylhexane

Updated on Nov 20, 2024

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Formula C8H18 Density 694 kg/m³		Molar mass 114.23 g/mol Appearance Colourless liquid

Related alkanes Tetraethylmethane2,2,4-Trimethylpentane2,3,3-Trimethylpentane2,3,4-TrimethylpentaneTetra-tert-butylmethane2,3-DimethylhexaneIsocetane

2,5-Dimethylhexane is a branched alkane used in the aviation industry in low revolutions per minute helicopters. As an isomer of octane, the boiling point is very close to that of octane, but can in pure form be slightly lower. 2,5-Dimethylhexane is moderately toxic.

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