Tetraethyl lead - tetraethyl lead

Japanese: 四エチル鉛 - しエチルなまり

The chemical formula is Pb( _C2H5 ) ₄ . An organometallic compound. Also known as tetraethyl lead. _A colorless, oily, flammable liquid. Melting point -136°C, boiling point approx. 200°C (11mmHg). Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents. Highly toxic. It was added to gasoline for automobiles and aircraft to increase its octane rating, but in recent years the amount added has been restricted to prevent air pollution caused by exhaust, and it is no longer added to regular gasoline. →Anti-knock agent

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化学式はPb（C₂H₅）₄。有機金属化合物。テトラエチル鉛とも。無色油状の可燃性液体。融点−136℃，沸点約200℃（11mmHg）。水に不溶，有機溶媒に可溶。猛毒。自動車および航空機用ガソリンのオクタン価を上げるために添加されていたが，近年，排気による大気汚染防止の観点から添加量が制限され，現在レギュラーガソリンには無添加。→アンチノック剤

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