Dichloromethane is colorless liquid with its melting point −97 °C (lit.) and the boiling point 39.8-40 °C mm Hg(lit.).There is a sweet,penetrating ,ether-like odor.It is soluble in water and its solubility in water is 20g /L at 20°C .It is harmful.It may emit toxic chloride fumes when exposed to high temperature.The vapors are narcotic in high concentration.It can be used as a solvent and paint remover.This product should be stored at room temperature.
Dichloromethane is produced by treating either methyl chloride or methane with chlorine gas at 400–500 °C. At these temperatures, both methane and methyl chloride undergo a series of reactions producing progressively more chlorinated products.
The output of these processes is a mixture of methyl chloride, dichloromethane, chloroform, and carbon tetrachloride. These compounds are separated by distillation. Although it is not miscible with water, it is miscible with many organic solvents.
The chemical compound's low boiling point allows the chemical to function as a heat engine that can extract movement from low grade temperatures. An example of a Dichloromethane heat engine is the drinking bird. The toy works at room temperature.
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