Zirconium(IV) hydroxide

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Zirconium nitride
Image:Zirconium(IV) hydroxide.jpg
General
Other names
Molecular formula Zr(OH)4
Molar mass 159.25 g/mol
Appearance white filter cake
Crystal structure
CAS number [14475-63-9]
Properties
Density and phase 3.25 g/cm3, solid
Solubility insoluble in water
soluble in dilute mineral acids
Melting point 550°C, decomposes
Boiling point  ?
Hazards
EU classification not listed
NFPA 704
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references

Zirconium (IV) hydroxide, Zr(OH)4, is a hydroxide of zirconium.

Zirconium hydroxide is primarily used as in intermediate for the manufacture of zirconium compounds. It is used in pigments, glass and dyes.

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