Toluene, also known as methylbenzene, is a colorless, water-insoluble liquid with a sweet, pungent odor. It is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon and a widely used solvent in various industries.
Physical Properties:
Chemical formula: C6H5CH3
Molecular weight: 92.141 g/mol
Boiling point: 110.60 C (231.08 F; 383.75 K)
Melting point: -95.0 C (139.0 F; 178.2 K)
Density: 0.8623 g/mL (25 C)
Solubility in water: 0.54 g/L (5 C), 0.519 g/L (25 C), 0.63 g/L (45 C), 1.2 g/L (90 C)