Tetrahydrofuran or THF is an organic solvent that contains hydrogen, carbon, and oxygen. It is composed of 4 carbon atoms, 8 hydrogen atoms, and 1 oxygen atom, and is a heterocyclic ether. THF mixes well with other polar compounds such as ethanol, methanol, acetonitrile, and water. It’s less dense than water and its vapors are heavier than air. THF is an important compound to organic chemists. It serves as a versatile solvent and is used in polymer science.
Tetrahydrofuran
