| Formula / Notation | V |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7440-62-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 50.94 |
| Melting Point | 1910.0 |
| Boiling Point | 3407.0 |
| Density | 6.11 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Appearance | Hard, silvery-grey, lustrous metal |
| Also Known As | V, vanadium metal |
| Category | Elements |
What is Vanadium?
Vanadium is a hard, silvery-grey transition metal, atomic number 23. Its compounds exhibit a remarkable range of colours as oxidation state changes from +2 to +5. Used in vanadium steel alloys and vanadium redox flow batteries for energy storage.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: Vanadium
Other Names / Synonyms: V, vanadium metal
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 1910.0 |
| Boiling Point | 3407.0 |
| Density | 6.11 |
| Molecular Weight | 50.94 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Appearance | Hard, silvery-grey, lustrous metal |
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
Vanadium is a hard, silvery-grey transition metal, atomic number 23. Its compounds exhibit a remarkable range of colours as oxidation state changes from +2 to +5. Used in vanadium steel alloys and vanadium redox flow batteries for energy storage.
Vanadium steel alloys (springs, cutting tools, high-strength steel). Vanadium redox flow batteries (grid energy storage). V2O5 catalyst in H2SO4 manufacture (Contact Process). Titanium alloys (Ti-6Al-4V). Ceramics and glass colouring.
Vanadium compounds are moderately to highly toxic. V2O5 (vanadium pentoxide): toxic by inhalation (TLV: 0.05 mg/m3), irritant, possible carcinogen. Soluble vanadium salts: toxic, affect respiratory tract. Handle with appropriate respiratory protection.
The formula or notation for Vanadium is: V