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Nickel(II) oxide

IUPAC: nickel(2+);oxygen(2-)

NiO Inorganic Compounds CAS 1313-99-1
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Formula / NotationNiO
CAS Number1313-99-1
Molecular Weight74.693
Melting Point1955 °C
Density6.7 g/cm³
SolubilitySolubility in water, mg/l at 20 °C: 1.1 (practically insoluble)
AppearanceDry Powder, Pellets or Large Crystals; Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder, Other Solid; Other Solid; Dry Powder
Also Known Asnickel(2+);oxygen(2-); Nickel monoxide; Nickel (II) oxide; DTXSID7025710; RefChem:927711; DTXCID301477324; 215-215-7; 1313-99-1; Nickel oxide (nio); nickel(II)oxide
CategoryInorganic Compounds

What is Nickel(II) oxide?

Nickel(II) oxide (NiO) is an inorganic compound that appears as Dry Powder, Pellets or Large Crystals; Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder, Other Solid; Other Solid; Dry Powder. It has a molecular weight of 74.693 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is nickel(2+);oxygen(2-). Melting point: 1955 °C.

Formula & Notation

NiO

IUPAC Name: nickel(2+);oxygen(2-)

Other Names / Synonyms: nickel(2+);oxygen(2-); Nickel monoxide; Nickel (II) oxide; DTXSID7025710; RefChem:927711; DTXCID301477324; 215-215-7; 1313-99-1; Nickel oxide (nio); nickel(II)oxide

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Dry Powder, Pellets or Large Crystals; Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder, Other Solid; Other Solid; Dry Powder. Molecular formula: NiO. Molecular weight: 74.693 g/mol. Melting point: 1955 °C. Density: 6.7 g/cm³. Solubility: Solubility in water, mg/l at 20 °C: 1.1 (practically insoluble).

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point1955 °C
Density6.7 g/cm³
Molecular Weight74.693
SolubilitySolubility in water, mg/l at 20 °C: 1.1 (practically insoluble)
AppearanceDry Powder, Pellets or Large Crystals; Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder, Other Solid; Other Solid; Dry Powder

Uses & Applications

Used in industrial processes, materials science, semiconductor manufacture, ceramics, or as a catalyst.

Safety Information

May be corrosive, toxic, or an oxidising agent. Handle in well-ventilated area. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Nickel(II) oxide
Formula NiO
CAS Number 1313-99-1
Molecular Weight 74.693
Category Inorganic Compounds
Index All "N" terms
Synonyms nickel(2+);oxygen(2-); Nickel monoxide; Nickel (II) oxide; DTXSID7025710; RefChem:927711; DTXCID301477324; 215-215-7; 1313-99-1; Nickel oxide (nio); nickel(II)oxide

Frequently Asked Questions

Nickel(II) oxide (NiO) is an inorganic compound that appears as Dry Powder, Pellets or Large Crystals; Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder, Other Solid; Other Solid; Dry Powder. It has a molecular weight of 74.693 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is nickel(2+);oxygen(2-). Melting point: 1955 °C.

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