1.1. Definition of Be2S2O7
Be2S2O7, also known as beryllium sulfate, is a chemical substance formed from two beryllium atoms, two sulfur atoms and seven oxygen atoms. It appears as white granules or crystals.
1.2. Atomic structure
This substance consists of 2 Be atoms, 2 S atoms and 7 O atoms.
1.3. Atomic mass
The individual mass of each atom is Be=9, S=32, and O=16. Therefore, the total mass of Be2S2O7 = 2*9 + 2*32 + 7*16 = 216 atomic mass units.
1.4. Ion structure
The structure of Be2S2O7 includes 2 Be2+ ions and one S2O72- ion.
- Properties of Be2S2O7
2.1. Physical properties of Be2S2O7
Beryllium sulfate is a white, odorless solid with a neutral PH.
2.2. Chemical properties of Be2S2O7
Be2S2O7 is a strong oxidizing agent that can react with metals to form the sulfate of that metal.
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Common chemical equations of Be2S2O7
As Be2S2O7 is a strong oxidizing agent, it is commonly found in oxidation-reduction reactions.
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Synthesis of Be2S2O7
4.1. Laboratory synthesis of Be2S2O7
In the laboratory, Be2S2O7 can be synthesized from beryllium and sulfur.
4.2. Industrial synthesis of Be2S2O7
On an industrial scale, Be2S2O7 is usually produced by burning beryllium in air.