Potassium arsenite
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| Potassium arsenite | ||
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| Identifiers | ||
| CAS number | 13464-35-2 | |
| PubChem | 61616 | |
| Jmol-3D images | {{#if:[O-][As]=O.[K+]|Image 1 | |
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| Properties | ||
| Molecular formula | AsKO2 | |
| Molar mass | 146.019 g/mol | |
| Appearance | white hygroscopic powder | |
| Density | 8.76 g/cm3 | |
| Melting point | ~ 300°C (decomp) | |
| Solubility in water | slightly soluble | |
| Hazards | ||
| LD50 | 14 mg/kg (oral, rat) | |
 (verify) (what is: / ?)Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C (77 °F), 100 kPa) | ||
| Infobox references | ||
Potassium arsenite (KAsO2) is the compound which forms the basis of Fowler's solution and is used as a specific rodenticide. It is toxic in humans.
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