Chemistry:1-Fluorohexane

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1-Fluorohexane is a chemical compound from the group of aliphatic saturated halogenated hydrocarbons.[1] The chemical formula is CH
3
(CH
2
)
5
F
.[2][3]

Synthesis

1-Fluorohexane can be obtained by reacting 1-chlorohexane or 1-bromohexane with potassium fluoride in ethylene glycol.[4]

Physical properties

1-Fluorohexane is a colorless liquid that is soluble in ether and benzene.

Chemical properties

The compound reacts with activated Mg:[5]

CH
3
(CH
2
)
5
F + Mg (activated) → C
6
H
13
MgF

Uses

See also

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