How Do You Spell FURFURAN?

Pronunciation: [fˈɜːfjʊɹən] (IPA)

Furfuran is a term used in chemistry to describe a five-membered ring compound made up of four carbons and one oxygen atom. Its phonetic transcription is /ˈfɜːrfjʊræn/ (FER-yoor-an). The spelling of the word follows typical English pronunciation rules, such as the use of "fur" to represent the sound made by the letters "f" and "u." The suffix "-an" is used to indicate that the compound is part of a family of organic compounds known as "furans." Researchers may use furfurans in a variety of applications, including the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and plastics.

FURFURAN Meaning and Definition

1. Furfuran is a colorless, oily liquid with a distinctive, sweet odor that resembles the smell of nuts or freshly baked bread. It is a heterocyclic organic compound classified as a furan derivative. Furfuran has the chemical formula C4H4O and consists of a five-membered ring containing four carbon atoms and one oxygen atom.

   In addition to its natural occurrence in certain essential oils and roasted coffee, furfuran can also be obtained through synthetic methods. It is commonly produced as a byproduct in the processing of agricultural and forestry materials such as wheat bran or wood. Furfuran is considered a highly reactive compound due to its unsaturated structure, and it readily undergoes various chemical reactions, such as polymerization and oxidation.

   Furfuran finds wide application in different industries. It is primarily utilized in the production of resins, particularly in the synthesis of polyfurfuryl alcohol (PFA) resin, which is a thermosetting polymer with excellent heat resistance properties. PFA resins are commonly used as binders in foundry sand, composite materials, and as protective coatings. Furfuran is also used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Furthermore, it serves as a solvent and as an intermediate in the synthesis of other organic compounds.

   Due to its potential health hazards, furfuran should be handled with care. Prolonged exposure to the liquid or its vapor may cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. It is advisable to use appropriate protective measures, such as gloves and safety goggles, when working with furfuran to prevent any adverse effects.

Common Misspellings for FURFURAN

• durfuran
• curfuran
• vurfuran
• gurfuran
• turfuran
• rurfuran
• fyrfuran
• fhrfuran
• fjrfuran
• firfuran
• f8rfuran
• f7rfuran
• fuefuran
• fudfuran
• fuffuran
• futfuran
• fu5furan
• fu4furan
• furduran

Etymology of FURFURAN

The word "furfuran" is derived from the combination of two terms: "furan" and "furfuryl".

The term "furan" originates from the German word "furan" which was created by the German chemist August von Crékenthorp in 1870. It is derived from "pyrrole" and "furfural", which are related organic compounds. The word "furan" is used to name a heterocyclic compound consisting of a five-membered ring containing four carbon atoms and one oxygen atom.

The term "furfuryl" comes from "furfural", which was first discovered in 1832 by the German chemist Johann Wolfgang Döbereiner. "Furfural" is derived from "furfuran" and "aldehyde", indicating its aldehydic nature.

Similar spelling words for FURFURAN

• furfural,
• furfaro.

Plural form of FURFURAN is FURFURANS