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Empirical formula: C7H6N2O4
a: 8.088 Å
b: 9.204 Å
c: 10.034 Å
α (alpha): 90.00 °
β (beta): 94.77 °
γ (gamma): 90.00 °
Volume: 744.36 Å3
Space group: P212121
Calculated density: 1.625 g/cm3
Z: 4
Formula weight: 182.136 g/mole
R(F): 0.0380
CSD refcode: ZZZGVU01
Short description: Dinitrotoluene is a highly reactive chemical and is a dangerous explosion hazard used in the production of munitions and explosi
Keyword: dyes
Keyword: combustible
Keyword: polyurethane
Keyword: explosive
Layman's explanation: DNT is frequently used in the manufacture of explosives as a gelatinizing and waterproofing agent or as an intermediate in the production of polyurethane foams for the bedding and furniture industry. DNT is also used as an intermediate in the manufacturing of certain dyes. In a purified form, DNT may also be used in creating smokeless gunpowders. DNT does not persist in the environment, since it is easily degraded by sunlight or by bacteria. This molecule is also combustible and will burn, emitting poisonous, toxic gases, but will not spontaneously ignite. DNT may also be absorbed by the skin upon physical contact.
IUPAC name: 2,4-Dinitrotoluene
Citation of a publication: J.A.R.P.Sarma, A.Nagaraju; J.Chem.Soc.,Perkin Trans.2, (2000), 1113
Lab name: Common molecules
Sample provider: Obtained courtesy of the Cambridge Structural Database
Status: Complete, visible to public
Repository Files:
50742.cif 50742.crt 50742.gif 50742.GIF 50742.ort
50742.pdb 50742.sdt

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