1. A colorless, volatile organic compound (CH₃COCH₃) used as a solvent and in the manufacture of various chemicals; acetone.
Usage: chemistry; also called acetone

Examples

• Propanone is commonly used in laboratories as a solvent for cleaning equipment.
• The nail polish remover contains propanone as its active ingredient.
• Propanone evaporates quickly at room temperature due to its high volatility.
• Industrial manufacturers use propanone in the production of plastics and resins.
• The chemical formula for propanone is C₃H₆O.