15829-53-5 Mercury oxide (Hg2O)

Name: Mercury oxide (Hg2O)
Synonyms: Mercurousoxide; Mercurous oxide (Hg2O); Mercury oxide black
CAS Number:15829-53-5
Molecular Formula:Hg2O
Molecular Weight:417.22
EINECS:239-934-0
Density:g/cm³
Boiling Point:100°Cat760mmHg
Flash Point:°C
Safety Description:A poison. Flammable by chemical reaction; an oxidizer. Explosive reaction with hydrogen peroxide, chlorine + ethylene. Reacts violently with molten potassium, molten sodium, S, (H₂S + BaO + air). Forms explosive mixtures with nonmetals [e.g., phosphorus (impact-sensitive), sulfur (friction-sensitive)]. Incompatible with alkali metals, reducing materials. Dangerous; when heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of Hg. See also MERCURY COMPOUNDS, INORGANIC.
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