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Record 1 2011-08-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
K2Cr2O7
formula, see observation
7778-50-9
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound in the form of bright yellowish red transparent crystals, has a bitter metallic taste.

OBS

Utilization: Oxidizing agent (chemicals, dyes, intermediates), analytical reagent, brass pickling compositions, electroplating, pyrotechnics, explosives, safety matches, textiles, dyeing and printing, chrome glues and adhesives, chrome tanning leather, wood stains, poison fly paper, process engraving and lithography, synthetic perfumes, chrome alum manufacture, pigments, alloys, ceramic products, depolarizer in dry cell batteries, bleaching fats and waxes.

OBS

Chemical formula: K2Cr2O7

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
K2Cr2O7
formula, see observation
7778-50-9
CAS number
OBS

Formule chimique : K2Cr2O7

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
K2Cr2O7
formula, see observation
7778-50-9
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: K2Cr2O7

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