Potassium
CAS Number7440-09-7
FormulaK
Mol. Weight39.10 g/mol
Potassium
What is Potassium?
Potassium is a chemical compound with CAS number 7440-09-7 and molecular formula K. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Combines under pressure with silver metal to form 2 new compounds: K2Ag and K3Ag.†
Specifications
Molecular Weight
39.10 g/mol
Assay/Purity
99.5% trace metals basis
Boiling Point
760 °C(lit.)
Density
0.86 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS02
GHS05Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H260-H314
Precautionary Statements
P223-P231 + P232-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P370 + P378-P422
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face particle respirator type N100 (US), Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Melting Point
64 °C(lit.)
WGK Germany
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