| Formula / Notation | K2O4S |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7778-80-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 174.26 |
| Melting Point | 1067 °C |
| Boiling Point | 1689 °C |
| Density | 2.66 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol |
| Appearance | Other Solid; Liquid; Dry Powder; Pellets or Large Crystals; NKRA |
| Also Known As | dipotassium;sulfate; 7778-80-5; Dipotassium sulfate; Potassium sulphate; Sulfuric acid dipotassium salt; Arcanum duplicatum; Sulfuric acid, dipotassium salt; Kalium sulphuricum; Tartarus vitriolatus; Kali sulphuricum |
| Category | Salts |
What is Potassium sulfate?
Potassium sulfate (K2O4S) is a salt that appears as Other Solid; Liquid; Dry Powder; Pellets or Large Crystals; NKRA. It has a molecular weight of 174.26 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dipotassium;sulfate. Boiling point: 1689 °C. Melting point: 1067 °C.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: dipotassium;sulfate
Other Names / Synonyms: dipotassium;sulfate; 7778-80-5; Dipotassium sulfate; Potassium sulphate; Sulfuric acid dipotassium salt; Arcanum duplicatum; Sulfuric acid, dipotassium salt; Kalium sulphuricum; Tartarus vitriolatus; Kali sulphuricum
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 1067 °C |
| Boiling Point | 1689 °C |
| Density | 2.66 |
| Molecular Weight | 174.26 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol |
| Appearance | Other Solid; Liquid; Dry Powder; Pellets or Large Crystals; NKRA |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Potassium sulfate (K2O4S) is a salt that appears as Other Solid; Liquid; Dry Powder; Pellets or Large Crystals; NKRA. It has a molecular weight of 174.26 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dipotassium;sulfate. Boiling point: 1689 °C. Melting point: 1067 °C.
Used in food preservation, water treatment, chemical synthesis, fertilizers, and pharmaceutical applications.
Irritant or toxic depending on specific salt. Some salts are oxidising agents or toxic to aquatic environments. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Potassium sulfate is: K2O4S