Sodium Thiosulfate is an inorganic compound used in the photographic industry, as a reagent in chemical processes, and in medicine.
- Photography: Used as a photographic fixer to dissolve unused silver halide crystals.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Applied in the synthesis of other chemicals and as a reducing agent.
- Water Treatment: Used in dechlorination to neutralize chlorine in treated water.
- Medical Uses: Used in the treatment of cyanide poisoning and in other medical applications.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
White crystalline solid |
| Odor |
Odorless |
| Molecular Formula |
Na2S2O3 |
| Molecular Weight |
158.11 g/mol |
| Melting Point |
48 °C |
| Density |
1.67 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water |
| Flash Point |
Not applicable |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions, but decomposes upon heating |