Rubidium nitrate

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Rubidium nitrate
IUPAC name Rubidium nitrate
Other names Rubidium(I) nitrate
Identifiers
CAS number [13126-12-0]
EINECS number 236-060-1
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.