Hexane (source code)
= Hexane
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<Hexane> is an <alkane> with formula $\mathrm{C_6H_{14}}$; the unqualified laboratory name often refers to the straight-chain isomer, n-hexane. Other constitutional isomers share the same formula.
Its mostly nonpolar molecular surface explains its use as a solvent for many hydrophobic substances. Commercial mixtures called hexanes need not be a chemically pure single isomer, so the material name and molecular identity should not be treated as interchangeable.
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