Potassium Carbonate
Description
Potassium carbonate is a white salt, soluble in water (insoluble in alcohol), which forms a strongly alkaline solution. It can be made as the product of potassium hydroxide's
absorbent reaction with carbon dioxide. It is deliquescent, often appearing a damp or wet solid.
Also known as
APC, Anhydrous Potassium Carbonate, Carbonate of potash, dipotassium carbonate, dipotassium salt, pearl ash, potash, salt of tarter, salt of wormwood
Chemical Structure
Chemical Formula
K2CO3
CAS Number
584-08-7
Uses
Glass, potassium chemicals, photographic products, agriculture, rubber antioxidants, soaps, 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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2.29
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Appearance / Odor
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White powder, no odor
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Solubility in Water
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50% at 0C / 60% at 100C
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Melting Point
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891C
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pH
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N/A
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Molecular Weight
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138.2
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