Methacrolein
Encyclopedia
Methacrolein, or methacrylaldehyde, is an unsaturated
aldehyde
. It is a clear, colorless, flammable liquid that is present in cigarettes when smoking.
Industrially, the primary use of methacrolein is in the manufacture of polymer
s and synthetic resin
s.
Exposure to methacrolein is highly irritating to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs.
Saturation (chemistry)
In chemistry, saturation has six different meanings, all based on reaching a maximum capacity...
aldehyde
Aldehyde
An aldehyde is an organic compound containing a formyl group. This functional group, with the structure R-CHO, consists of a carbonyl center bonded to hydrogen and an R group....
. It is a clear, colorless, flammable liquid that is present in cigarettes when smoking.
Industrially, the primary use of methacrolein is in the manufacture of polymer
Polymer
A polymer is a large molecule composed of repeating structural units. These subunits are typically connected by covalent chemical bonds...
s and synthetic resin
Resin
Resin in the most specific use of the term is a hydrocarbon secretion of many plants, particularly coniferous trees. Resins are valued for their chemical properties and associated uses, such as the production of varnishes, adhesives, and food glazing agents; as an important source of raw materials...
s.
Exposure to methacrolein is highly irritating to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs.