Compound Q&A
What is Water (CAS: 7732-18-5)?
Answer
Water, with the CAS number 7732-18-5, is a chemical compound composed of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom (H₂O). It is a polar molecule, essential for life, and exhibits unique properties such as high specific heat, cohesion, and solvent capabilities. As a universal solvent, it plays a critical role in biological, chemical, and environmental processes.
About
CAS No
7732-18-5
English Name
Water
Molecular Formula
H2O
Molecular Weight
18.02 g/mol
SMILES
O
InChIKey
XLYOFNOQVPJJNP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
