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Definition of Al4C3
Al4C3, also known as aluminum carbide, is a compound of aluminum and carbon. Each molecule of Al4C3 consists of 4 atoms of aluminum and 3 atoms of carbon. The molar mass of Al4C3 is 143.9585 g/mol. -
Properties of Al4C3
2.1 Physical properties of Al4C3: Aluminum carbide usually exists in the form of gray powder, odorless and insoluble in water.
2.2 Chemical properties of Al4C3: Al4C3 reacts with water to produce methane and aluminum hydroxide. This compound can also withstand high temperatures and has good abrasion resistance. -
Common chemical equation of Al4C3
Al4C3 + 12H2O -> 4Al(OH)3 + 3CH4
Note: This reaction is intense and exothermic, releasing methane gas. -
Preparation of Al4C3
4.1 Laboratory preparation of Al4C3: Al4C3 can be prepared through the reaction between aluminum and carbon under high temperature conditions.
4Al + 3C -> Al4C3
4.2 Industrial preparation of Al4C3: In industry, Al4C3 is prepared through the process of melting carbon and aluminum at high temperatures.