Rubidium nitrate
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Rubidium nitrate | |
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IUPAC name | Rubidium nitrate |
Other names | Rubidium(I) nitrate |
Identifiers | |
CAS number | [13126-12-0] |
EINECS number | |
Properties | |
Molecular formula | RbNO3 |
Molar mass | 147.4727 g/mol |
Appearance | White hygroscopic solid |
Density | 3.11 g/cm3 |
Melting point |
310 °C, 583 K, 590 °F |
Solubility in water | 44.28g/100ml at 16 °C |
Hazards | |
S-phrases | S17 |
R/S statement | R8 |
Flash point | Non-combustible |
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
Rubidium nitrate is a chemical compound of RbNO3. It is a stable nitrate of rubidium. When a flame test is performed, RbNO3 gives a mauve/light purple colour. Rubidium nitrate is an oxidant and should be kept away from combustible material.
[edit] Toxicity
Rubidium nitrate has ORL-RAT LD50 of 4625 mg/kg.