Si6H14
Si6H14, also known as hexasilane, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H14. It is a member of the alkane family, specifically a straight-chain alkane with six carbon atoms. Hexasilane is a colorless, flammable gas at room temperature and standard pressure. It is highly soluble in non-polar solvents and is relatively insoluble in water.
Hexasilane is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of other organic compounds. It can undergo
The physical properties of hexasilane include a boiling point of approximately 60 degrees Celsius and a melting
Hexasilane is typically prepared through the reduction of hexane with lithium aluminum hydride (LiAlH4) or through