Properties
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Molecular Formula |
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C3H6N6O6
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Molecular Mass |
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222.12 g |
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Water Solubility |
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Insoluble |
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Solubility |
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sparingly soluble in alcohol, ether, and benzene |
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|
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Fully Soluble in acetone |
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Natural State |
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Solid |
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Flammability |
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High Explosive |
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Regulated by Toxic Substance Control Act |
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Yes* |
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Minimum Level to be Toxic |
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.03 - .06 kg/day |
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Melting Point |
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205.5 ºC |
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Boiling Point |
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Will combust before boiling |
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Density |
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1.82 g/cm3 |
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Velocity Detonation |
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8,639 m/sec |
* RDX is
regulated by the Toxic Control; act because its fumes are classified as
dangerous