Iron(II) chromite
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IUPAC name
Iron(2+) chromite
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1308-31-2 | |
EC Number | 215-159-3 |
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PubChem | 166600 |
RTECS number | GB4000000 |
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Properties | |
FeCr2O4 | |
Molar mass | 223.83 g/mol |
Appearance | brown-black solid |
Density | 4.97 g/cm3 |
Melting point | 2,190 to 2,270 °C (3,970 to 4,120 °F; 2,460 to 2,540 K) |
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Solubility | slightly soluble in acid |
Refractive index (nD)
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2.16 |
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cubic | |
Vapor pressure | {{{value}}} |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Iron(II) chromite is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula FeCr2O4.
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Preparation
It is created by the sintering of chromium(III) oxide and iron(II) oxide at 1600 °C. It also occurs in nature as the mineral chromite, though with many impurities.
Uses
It is used as a commercial source of chromium and its compounds. [1]It is also used as a catalyst in the synthesis of dihydrogen from the reaction between carbon monoxide and water vapour
Safety
It dust particles may cause irritation. Avoid inhalation and/ or ingestion of dusts. Swallowing larger amounts may cause injury.
References
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