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Synthetic Cryolite is an inorganic compound used in the aluminum industry and in the production of other chemicals.
- Aluminum Industry: Used as a flux in the extraction of aluminum from bauxite.
- Glass Manufacturing: Applied in the production of certain types of glass.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of fluoride compounds and as a catalyst in organic synthesis.
- Welding Industry: Used as a flux in welding and soldering.
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
Na3AlF6
Molecular Weight
209.94 g/mol
Melting Point
1010 °C
Density
2.95 g/cm³
Solubility
Soluble in water
Flash Point
Not applicable
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, but reacts with acids and moisture
IUPAC Name
trisodium;hexafluoroaluminum(3-)
Molekulýar formula
Na3AlF6
Molekulýar agram
209.94 g/mol g/mol
SMILES
F[Al-3](F)(F)(F)(F)F.[Na+].[Na+].[Na+]
InChIKey
REHXRBDMVPYGJX-UHFFFAOYSA-H
H332 Harmful if inhaled
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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