Acetone

1. formula: CH₃COCH₃

2. molecular wieght: 58.1 amu

3. melting point: -95^oC

4. boiling point: 66.3^oC

5. state at room temperature: liquid

6. type of compound: molecular

7. mlecular geometry: trigonal planar

8. characteristics: highly flammable, causes eye and lung irritation

9. uses: electroplating, as a solvent, mainly used to get other types of chemicals