- Definition of NaClO4
NaClO4, also known as Sodium Perchlorate, is a colorless substance, in the form of crystals or white powder. In fact, it is the sodium salt of perchloric acid, commonly known as Sodium perchlorate. The molecular mass of this compound is 122.44 g/mol, in which sodium (Na) accounts for 18.98 g/mol, chlorine (Cl) accounts for 35.45 g/mol and four oxygen atoms (O) together account for 63.9982 g/mol. The molecular structure of NaClO4 consists of a sodium ion and a perchlorate ion, with an ionic bond between the two atoms.
- Properties of NaClO4
2.1 Physical properties of NaClO4
NaClO4 is a white, odorless solid with a neutral pH level.
2.2 Chemical properties of NaClO4
NaClO4 is highly soluble in water and can decompose at high temperatures, producing chlorine and oxygen.
- Common chemical equations of NaClO4
NaClO4 is often used in chemical reactions as a strong oxidizing agent. However, it does not easily react with metals, acids, nonmetals, or salts, so examples of these reactions are not common.
- Synthesis of NaClO4
4.1 Laboratory synthesis of NaClO4
NaClO4 is typically produced from the electrolysis of diluted salt water in a perchloric acid environment.
4.2 Industrial synthesis of NaClO4
On an industrial scale, NaClO4 is typically synthesized by the electrolysis of a NaCl (salt) solution in a perchloric acid environment.