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Definition of PbO
1.1 Names
1.1.1 Common name: PbO is also known as Lead (II) oxide.
1.1.2 English name: PbO is also known in English as Lead(II) oxide or Litharge.
1.2 Atomic composition: PbO consists of one lead atom (Pb) and one oxygen atom (O).
1.3 Atomic weight: The atomic weight of PbO is 223.2 grams/mol.
1.3.1 Molecular structure: A PbO molecule consists of one lead atom and one oxygen atom, combined via ionic bonding.
1.4 Ionic structure: In PbO, lead (Pb) has an oxidation number of +2 and oxygen (O) has an oxidation number of -2. -
Properties of PbO
2.1 Physical properties of PbO: PbO is solid at room temperature, with colors ranging from yellow to red depending on crystal structure. PbO is odorless and has a neutral pH level.
2.2 Chemical properties of PbO: PbO is soluble in strong inorganic acids such as HCl, H2SO4 and can react with other metals and non-metals. -
Common chemical equations involving PbO: PbO participates in various chemical reactions, including reactions with metals, acids, non-metals, and salts.
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Synthesis of PbO
4.1 Laboratory synthesis of PbO: PbO is typically synthesized from lead through a high-temperature oxidation process.
4.2 Industrial synthesis of PbO: In industry, PbO is commonly synthesized by melting lead in air.