At standard temperature and pressure, ethylene is a colorless, odorless gas & highly flammable gas.
Industrial Use
- In terms of quantity produced, ethylene is the most important organic chemical. It is the feedstock in the manufacture of the most important polymer (polyethylene).
- As a fuel for cutting and welding of metal.
- In the production of ethyl, mustard gas, ethylene oxide, ethylene, alcohol, polyethylene and other plastics.
- For accelerating the ripening of bananas and maturing the color of citrus fruits.
- To increase the growth rate of seedling, vegetables and fruit trees.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
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