THF
THF is tetrahydrofuran, a
chemical, is one of the most
polar ethers and is used as a solvent for polar reagents. It is used in
organic chemistry reactions such as the
oxymercuration reaction, where it helps the
alkene dissolve in
water. THF, also known as 1,4-epoxybutane, butylene oxide, cyclotetramethylene oxide, oxacyclopentane, diethylene oxide, oxolane, or furanidine, has the chemical formula (
C2H4)
2O. THF is a clear, low-
viscosity liquid with an ether-like smell. At room temperature, THF is completely miscible with water. Since THF tends to form peroxides on storage, THF is often inhibited with
BHT.
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