Zinc phosphate

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Zinc phosphate
Names
IUPAC name
Zinc phosphate
Systematic IUPAC name
Zinc phosphate
Properties
Zn3(PO4)2
Molar mass 386.11
Appearance White solid
Density 3.998 g/cm3
Melting point 900 °C (1,650 °F; 1,170 K)
Boiling point Decomposes
0.003 g/ 100 ml
Solubility Insoluble in organic solvents
Vapor pressure ~0 mmHg
Hazards
Safety data sheet Sigma-Aldrich
Flash point Non-flammable
Related compounds
Related compounds
Phosphoric acid
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

Zinc phosphate is an inorganic chemical compound with the molecular formula Zn3(PO4)2, used as a corrosion resistant coating on metal surfaces and in special cements.

Properties

Chemical

Zinc phosphate reacts with strong acids to release phosphoric acid.

Physical

Zinc phosphate is an odorless white crystalline solid, practically insoluble in water (0.03 g/l), which melts at 900 °C.

Availability

Zinc phosphate is sold by chemical suppliers.

Preparation

Zinc phosphate can be prepared by reacting phosphoric acid with zinc oxide. The reaction is exothermic and should be performed in a cooled container or glass slab.[1]

Projects

  • Make dental cement

Handling

Safety

Powdered zinc phosphate may cause eye or skin irritations, especially the anhydrous form. It should not be consumed as a zinc and phosphorus supplement.

Storage

In closed bottles, away from moisture.

Disposal

Zinc phosphate does not require special disposal and poses no toxicity for the environment. It can be safely dumped in the ground.

References

  1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvI4aWjkfuY

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