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Calcium Nitrate

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Chemical Product

Calcium Nitrate

    Synonyms:
    Calcium Dinitrate, Nitrate of Lime
    Molecular Formula:
    Ca(NO3)2
    Cas Number:
    10124-37-5
    Molecular Weight:
    164.10 g/mol
    Product Description:
    Calcium Nitrate is a chemical compound that is commonly used as a fertilizer and in the production of other chemicals. It is highly soluble in water and has applications in agriculture, construction, and water treatment.
    Applications:
    - Agriculture: Used as a fertilizer to provide calcium and nitrogen to plants. - Construction: Used in concrete for its accelerating effects and to reduce shrinkage. - Water Treatment: Used to remove impurities and prevent scaling in water treatment processes. - Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of other chemicals like calcium ammonium nitrate. - Fireworks: Used as an oxidizing agent in fireworks and explosives.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties
Appearance White crystalline solid
Odor Odorless
Molecular Formula Ca(NO3)2
Molecular Weight 164.10 g/mol
Melting Point 561 °C
Density 1.82 g/cm³
Solubility Highly soluble in water
pH (1% solution) 6.0 - 7.0
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions, but hygroscopic
  • Product Description
  • Applications
  • Physical and Chemical Properties
Calcium Nitrate is a chemical compound that is commonly used as a fertilizer and in the production of other chemicals. It is highly soluble in water and has applications in agriculture, construction, and water treatment.
- Agriculture: Used as a fertilizer to provide calcium and nitrogen to plants. - Construction: Used in concrete for its accelerating effects and to reduce shrinkage. - Water Treatment: Used to remove impurities and prevent scaling in water treatment processes. - Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of other chemicals like calcium ammonium nitrate. - Fireworks: Used as an oxidizing agent in fireworks and explosives.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties Data
Appearance White crystalline solid
Odor Odorless
Molecular Formula Ca(NO3)2
Molecular Weight 164.10 g/mol
Melting Point 561 °C
Density 1.82 g/cm³
Solubility Highly soluble in water
pH (1% solution) 6.0 - 7.0
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions, but hygroscopic