ndocosane
Ndocosane, also written as n-docosane, is a straight-chain alkane with 22 carbon atoms, belonging to the paraffin family. Its molecular formula is C22H46. As a saturated hydrocarbon, it contains only single bonds between carbon atoms and is nonpolar, making it insoluble in water and miscible with most organic solvents. In practical terms, it is a waxy, relatively inert hydrocarbon that burns with a clean flame.
Ndocosane occurs naturally as a component of crude oil and refined petroleum fractions, especially in the waxy
In applications, ndocosane is often used as a standard reference compound in gas chromatography to calibrate
Safety: Like other long-chain alkanes, ndocosane is flammable and should be handled with standard laboratory precautions.