What is the formula mass of methylene chloride CH_4Cl_2?

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anor277
Feb 15, 2016

The formula mass of methylene chloride is 84.93 g*mol^-1.

Explanation:

Methylene chloride has a formula of CH_2Cl_2; it is a commonly used solvent, and is immiscible with water. Because it is denser than water, it conveniently forms the bottom layer of a solvent extraction. If you get some of the stuff on the webbing beween your fingers it stings like buggery.

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