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Barium Carbonate
Chemical Product
Barium Carbonate
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Molecular Formula | BaCO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 137.33 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 1,600 °C (decomposes) |
| Density | 4.29 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in acids |
| pH (1% solution) | 8.5 - 9.5 |
| Chemical Stability | Stable under normal conditions but decomposes upon heating |
Barium Carbonate is a white, odorless crystalline powder used in the production of various chemicals. It is insoluble in water but soluble in acids and is used in a variety of industrial and chemical applications.
- Glass Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialty glasses and ceramics.
- Chemical Industry: Intermediate in the production of other barium compounds.
- Paint Industry: Used in pigments and coatings.
- Agriculture: Used as a rodenticide and as a source of barium in fertilizers.
- Water Treatment: Employed in water treatment processes to remove impurities.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties | Data |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Molecular Formula | BaCO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 137.33 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 1,600 °C (decomposes) |
| Density | 4.29 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in acids |
| pH (1% solution) | 8.5 - 9.5 |
| Chemical Stability | Stable under normal conditions but decomposes upon heating |