Propylene oxide

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Propylene oxide is a highly toxic flammable chemical compound. It was once used as a racing fuel, but that usage is now prohibited under NHRA rules for safety reasons. It is also used in thermobaric weapons.

It is an epoxide, with the following structure.

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