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pentane

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pen·tane  (pntn)
n.
Any of three colorless, flammable isomeric hydrocarbons, C5H12, derived from petroleum and used as solvents.
pentane [ˈpɛnteɪn]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) an alkane hydrocarbon having three isomers, esp the isomer with a straight chain of carbon atoms (n-pentane) which is a colourless flammable liquid used as a solvent. Formula: C5H12
pentane  (pntn)
A colorless, flammable hydrocarbon derived from petroleum and used as a solvent. Pentane occurs in three isomers and is the fifth member of the alkane series. Chemical formula: C5H12.
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