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Is Dichloromethane DCM a polar or nonpolar solvent?

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CAS 75-09-2 Dichloromethane (DCM or methylene chloride) is a moderately polar aprotic solvent. It is neither completely polar like water nor completely nonpolar like hexane. It is commonly used in organic synthesis and extraction.

 

Dichloromethane (methylene chloride) is a popular industrial solvent. It is a transparent, easily mobile and volatile liquid with a sweet smell characteristic of halogen derivatives. It was first synthesized in 1840 by keeping a mixture of chlorine and methyl chloride in the light.

 

Dichloromethane is also called methylene chloride, chloromethyl, methylene chloride, DCM.

 

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Key properties of DCM solvent

Chemical Name Dichloromethane DCM
CAS Number 75-09-2
Molecular Formula CH₂Cl₂
Molecular Weight 84.93 g/mol
Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Mild, sweet odor
Boiling Point ~39.6°C
Melting Point ~ -96.7°C
Density ~1.33 g/cm³ (20°C)
Solubility in Water Slightly soluble (~13 g/L)
Polarity Moderately polar
Dipole Moment ~1.60 D
Dielectric Constant ~8.9 (20°C)
Flash Point Not applicable (non-flammable under normal conditions)
Vapor Pressure ~47 kPa (20°C)
Evaporation Rate Fast
Chemical Type Chlorinated solvent

 

Comparison with Polar and Nonpolar Solvents

Solvent Polarity Typical Use
Water Highly polar Aqueous reactions
DMF Highly polar Polymer synthesis
Dichloromethane Moderately polar Extraction, coatings
Hexane Nonpolar Oils, hydrocarbons

 

 

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