Butadiene

Buta-1,3-diene (C₄H₆) is a colorless gas and the simplest conjugated diene, meaning it has two double bonds separated by a single bond. This conjugated system provides extra stability and unique reactivity. Its most significant industrial use, consuming about 75% of production, is as a monomer for manufacturing synthetic rubbers. It is a fundamental building block for polybutadiene and styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), both essential for tire production. It is also used to create other polymers like neoprene and nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR). Explore searchable catalogue of hundreds of molecules, including details on how models were generated. NotesIf you happen to break something, use superglue to fix it. It will make the broken part even stronger.I decided to go with the ball-and-stick type, as it is easiest to color, is rigid, and looks awesome.The model represents the major resonance contributor.I oriented the model for optimal strength/waste/time compromise, but if you decide to re