Pentane (C5H1 ) is a natural, organic compound that comes in a colorless liquid. It is naturally volatile, has a gas-like odor, and is similar to the chemical Butane. Pentane naturally occurs in crude oil and also a by-product of natural gas production.
Uses of Pentane-
1. Laboratory Solvents-
They are the most volatile liquid alkanes (at room temperature). Because of this, they are commonly used in laboratories as solvents.
2. Chromatography-
Pentane is commonly used in chromatography - which is a laboratory technique to separate components in a mixture. The mixture is passed in a suspension or solution through a medium where the components each move at different rates.
3. Blowing Agent-
Pentane is used as the primary blowing agent in the production of foams like polystyrene.
4.Binary Fluid-
Because of its low boiling point, pentane is used in geothermal power stations as a binary fluid.
5.Industrial Ingredient Uses-
Due to its ready availability and low cost, pentane is also used as a solvent in many common products like pesticides.
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