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Zinc oxide

IUPAC: zinc oxygen(2-)

OZn Inorganic Compounds CAS 1314-13-2
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Formula / NotationOZn
CAS Number1314-13-2
Molecular Weight81.4
Melting Point3587 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
Density5.61 (NIOSH, 2024) - Denser than water; will sink
Solubility0.0004 % at 64 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
AppearanceCrude zinc oxide is a yellow-gray granular solid with no odor. It is insoluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat posed to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spre...
Also Known Aszinc oxygen(2-); Zincum Oxydatum; Zinc paste; Zinci Oxydum; Zinc (as oxide); Zinc oxide emulsion; DTXSID7035016; Zinc (as zinc oxide); SOI2LOH54Z; CI 77947
CategoryInorganic Compounds

What is Zinc oxide?

Zinc oxide (OZn) is an inorganic compound that appears as Crude zinc oxide is a yellow-gray granular solid with no odor. It is insoluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat posed to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spre.... It has a molecular weight of 81.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is zinc oxygen(2-). Melting point: 3587 °F (NIOSH, 2024).

Formula & Notation

OZn

IUPAC Name: zinc oxygen(2-)

Other Names / Synonyms: zinc oxygen(2-); Zincum Oxydatum; Zinc paste; Zinci Oxydum; Zinc (as oxide); Zinc oxide emulsion; DTXSID7035016; Zinc (as zinc oxide); SOI2LOH54Z; CI 77947

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Crude zinc oxide is a yellow-gray granular solid with no odor. It is insoluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat posed to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spre.... Molecular formula: OZn. Molecular weight: 81.4 g/mol. Melting point: 3587 °F (NIOSH, 2024). Density: 5.61 (NIOSH, 2024) - Denser than water; will sink. Solubility: 0.0004 % at 64 °F (NIOSH, 2024). Vapor pressure: 0 mmHg (approx) (NIOSH, 2024).

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point3587 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
Density5.61 (NIOSH, 2024) - Denser than water; will sink
Molecular Weight81.4
Solubility0.0004 % at 64 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
AppearanceCrude zinc oxide is a yellow-gray granular solid with no odor. It is insoluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat posed to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spre...

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 Zinc oxide
Formula OZn
CAS Number 1314-13-2
Molecular Weight 81.4
Synonyms zinc oxygen(2-); Zincum Oxydatum; Zinc paste; Zinci Oxydum; Zinc (as oxide); Zinc oxide emulsion; DTXSID7035016; Zinc (as zinc oxide); SOI2LOH54Z; CI 77947

Frequently Asked Questions

Zinc oxide (OZn) is an inorganic compound that appears as Crude zinc oxide is a yellow-gray granular solid with no odor. It is insoluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat posed to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spre.... It has a molecular weight of 81.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is zinc oxygen(2-). Melting point: 3587 °F (NIOSH, 2024).

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