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heptane

hep·tane [ hép tàyn ]


noun 
Definition:
 
chemical obtained from petroleum: an isomeric form of an organic chemical, especially a colorless flammable liquid alkane hydrocarbon. Source: petroleum. Use: solvent, anesthetic, determination of octane ratings. C7H16

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