Chemistry:Strontium acetate

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Strontium acetate[1][2][3]
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Names
IUPAC name
Strontium acetate
Other names
  • Strontium(II) acetate
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChemSpider
EC Number
  • 208-854-8
RTECS number
  • AJ4725000
UNII
Properties
Sr(C2H4O2)2
Molar mass 205.932 g/mol
Appearance White crystals
Density 2.099 g/cm3
Melting point 150 °C (302 °F; 423 K)
Soluble
log P -1.122
Hazards
NFPA 704 (fire diamond)
Flammability code 0: Will not burn. E.g. waterHealth code 1: Exposure would cause irritation but only minor residual injury. E.g. turpentineReactivity code 1: Normally stable, but can become unstable at elevated temperatures and pressures. E.g. calciumSpecial hazards (white): no codeNFPA 704 four-colored diamond
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1
1
Flash point Not flammable
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

Strontium acetate is a compound of strontium. It is a white solid and is soluble in water like other acetates. It is used as a pathway for other chemicals such as barium acetate.

Preparation

Strontium acetate is formed by reacting strontium hydroxide or strontium carbonate in acetic acid.

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