Boric Acid
Description
Boric Acid is produced mainly from the reaction of sulfuric acid and borate minerals..
Also known as
Boric Acid, orthoboric acid, boracic acid
Chemical Structure
Chemical Formula
B(OH)3
CAS Number
10043-35-3
Uses
Insecticide, medicinal, metal cleaning, glass manufacturing, ceramic industry electroplating, and others.
Properties
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Property
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Typical
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Boiling Point
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N/A
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Specific Gravity
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1.51
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Appearance / Odor
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White, odorless, crystalline solid
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Solubility in Water
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4.7% @ 20C; 27.5% @ 100C
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Melting Point
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170.9C
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pH
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3.7 (4.7% solution @ 20C)
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Molecular Weight
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61.84
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