Viscosity of Benzene


Benzene is an organic chemical compound with the molecular formula C6H6 . Its molecule is composed of 6 atoms joined in a ring, with 1 hydrogen atom attached to each carbon atom. Because its molecules contain only carbon and hydrogen atoms, benzene is classed as a hydrocarbon.

Benzene is a natural constituent of crude oil and is one of the most elementary petrochemicals. Benzene is a colorless and highly flammable liquid with a sweet smell. It is mainly used as a precursor to heavy chemicals. About 80% of benzene is consumed in the production of three chemicals, ethylbenzene, cumene and cyclohexane. Most non-industrial applications have been limited due to benzene's carcinogenity.

Viscosity Table – Measurement data

20 0.8790
25 0.603
30 0.562 0.8680
50 0.436 0.8470
75 0.332
100 0.263

Benzene - dynamic viscosity over temperature



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Reference Kaye & Laby, Engineers Edge
Kin. vis. no
Dyn. vis. yes
Density yes
Multiple temperatures yes
Related Benzene, organic chemical compound, hydrocarbon, petrochemical, flammable liquid