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(NH4)2X [1 record]

Record 1 2011-07-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Crop Protection
Universal entry(ies)
(NH4)2x
formula, see observation
12259-92-6
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound known only in solution, yellow, unstable, hydrogen sulfide odor, decomposed by acids with evolution of hydrogen sulfide, used as analytical reagent, and as insecticide spray.

OBS

Red ammonium sulfide solution. ... contains about 8% NH3 and 22% sulfur, corresponding to about 30% (NH4)2S3. ... Yellow ammonium sulfide solution ... contains 8-9% NH3 and about the same percentage of sulfur, corresponding to 16-20% as (NH4)2S.

OBS

Chemical formula: (NH4)2x

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Protection des végétaux
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
(NH4)2x
formula, see observation
12259-92-6
CAS number
OBS

Connu seulement sous forme de solution, jaune, instable, odeur de SH2. Usages : Réactif chimique; insecticide.

OBS

Formule chimique : (NH4)2x

Spanish

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