C3H6 is the chemical formula for propene, a simple hydrocarbon belonging to the alkene family. It consists of three carbon atoms and six hydrogen atoms, making it an unsaturated compound due to the presence of a double bond between two of the carbon atoms. Propene is commonly used in the production of plastics, such as polypropylene, and serves as a key building block in various chemical processes. Propene is a colorless gas at room temperature and has a slightly sweet odor. It is produced through natural gas processing and petroleum refining. In addition to its industrial applications, propene is also involved in the synthesis of other organic compounds, including isopropanol and acrylic acid.