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Silicon Dioxide
Chemical Product
Silicon Dioxide
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder or crystalline solid |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Molecular Formula | SiO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 60.08 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 1,710 °C |
| Density | ~2.65 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in hydrofluoric acid |
| pH | 6.0 - 8.0 |
| Chemical Stability | Stable under normal conditions |
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) is a naturally occurring mineral found in sand, quartz, and various biological structures. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and industrial sectors due to its anti-caking, thickening, and reinforcing properties.
- Food Industry: Used as an anti-caking agent in powdered foods.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Found in tablet formulations as a flow aid.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in toothpaste, powders, and creams.
- Industrial Applications: Used in rubber, paints, and coatings.
- Glass & Ceramics: A primary raw material for glass production.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties | Data |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder or crystalline solid |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Molecular Formula | SiO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 60.08 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 1,710 °C |
| Density | ~2.65 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in hydrofluoric acid |
| pH | 6.0 - 8.0 |
| Chemical Stability | Stable under normal conditions |