Optical constants of C5H12 (Pentane)
Anderson 2000: iso-Pentane; n,k 2.0–14.9 µm
Complex refractive index (n+ik)
Derived optical constants
Comments
Iso-pentane
References
M. R. Anderson. Determination of infrared optical constatns for single components hydrocarbon fuels, Master Thesis (2009) [pdf]
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Additional information
About Pentane
Pentane (C5H12) is a straight-chain alkane with five carbon atoms. It is a volatile and flammable liquid at room temperature and is found in the gasoline fraction during the refining of crude oil. Being highly flammable, it's used as a component in some fuel mixtures and as a solvent in laboratories. Additionally, pentane is utilized in the production of foam and polystyrene, serving as a blowing agent that helps form bubbles within the material. When considering its optical properties, it's relatively transparent in the visible range. Proper precautions should be taken when working with pentane due to its highly flammable nature and potential to form explosive mixtures in air.
Other names and variations:- C5H12