- Definition of Ag2CrO4
Ag2CrO4, commonly referred to as Silver Chromate in English, is a compound with a molecular mass consisting of 2 silver (Ag) atoms, 1 Chromium (Cr) atom and 4 Oxygen (O) atoms. Each silver atom has an atomic mass of 107.8682, Chromium is 51.9961 and the four Oxygen atoms have a total mass of 63.9982. Therefore, the molecular mass of Ag2CrO4 is 331.7316. The Ag2CrO4 molecule is composed of two silver ions Ag+ and one chromate ion CrO4-.
- Properties of Ag2CrO4
2.1 Physical properties of Ag2CrO4: Ag2CrO4 primarily appears as a colorless or orange-yellow solid. This compound has no distinct odor and has a neutral PH value.
2.2 Chemical properties of Ag2CrO4: Ag2CrO4 has the ability to react with strong acids to form salts and water. It can also react with metals to form silver salts and other metals.
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Common chemical equations involving Ag2CrO4
Due to its characteristic chemical properties, Ag2CrO4 is commonly involved in reactions with acids, metals, and salts. Examples of this will be presented later.
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Preparation of Ag2CrO4
4.1 Laboratory preparation of Ag2CrO4: In the laboratory, Ag2CrO4 is typically prepared through a reaction between AgNO3 and K2CrO4.
4.2 Industrial preparation of Ag2CrO4: On an industrial scale, Ag2CrO4 is usually produced through a preparation process that involves dissolving Ag2O in a K2CrO4 solution.