Strontium bromate

Strontium bromate
Names
IUPAC name
Strontium dibromate
Identifiers
14519-18-7 Yes
EC number 238-531-7
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PubChem 9819472
Properties
SrBr2O6
Molar mass 343.424 g/mol
Melting point 240 °C (464 °F; 513 K) (decomposes)
27.2 g/100 mL
Except where noted otherwise, data is given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C (77 °F), 100 kPa)
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Strontium bromate is a rarely considered chemical in the laboratory or in industries. It is, however, mentioned in the book Uncle Tungsten: Memories of a Chemical Boyhood by Oliver Sacks. There it is said that this salt glows when crystallizes from a saturated aqueous solution. Chemically this salt is soluble in water, and is a moderately strong oxidizing agent.[1] It is also toxic if ingested and irritates the skin and respiratory tract if come into contact with or inhaled, respectively. Its chemical formula is Sr(BrO3)2.

References

  1. "Strontium Bromate". American Elements. Retrieved 25 July 2013.

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