What is Pb(NO3)2? Important knowledge about Pb(NO3)2.

  1. Definition of Pb(NO3)2

Pb(NO3)2, also known as Lead(II) Nitrate, Plumb Nitrate, Plumbous Nitrate, Mercury Nitrate, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula Pb(NO3)2. It consists of one lead atom, two nitrogen atoms, and six oxygen atoms. Its commonly known English name is Lead(II) nitrate. The atomic mass of lead is 207.2 and its total atomic mass is 331.2 g/mol. Its molecule is structured like a spatial figure with the lead atom at the center, connected to two nitrogen atoms via covalent bonds and each nitrogen atom bonded to three oxygen atoms. Its ion structure includes one Pb2+ lead ion and two NO3- nitrate ions.

  1. Properties of Pb(NO3)2

2.1 Physical properties of Pb(NO3)2: Pb(NO3)2 is a solid, white, odorless substance with a neutral PH.

2.2 Chemical properties of Pb(NO3)2: Pb(NO3)2 can react with other substances to form new ones. It can also decompose when heated.

  1. Common chemical equations with Pb(NO3)2

Metal reaction: Pb(NO3)2 + 2Na -> Pb + 2NaNO3

Reaction with acid: Pb(NO3)2 + 2HCl -> PbCl2 + 2HNO3

Reaction with non-metal: Pb(NO3)2 + S -> PbS + 2NO2 + O2

Reaction with salt: Pb(NO3)2 + 2KCl -> PbCl2 + 2KNO3

  1. Preparation of Pb(NO3)2

4.1 Laboratory preparation of Pb(NO3)2:

Pb + 4HNO3 -> Pb(NO3)2 + 2NO2 + 2H2O

4.2 Industrial preparation of Pb(NO3)2:

In industry, Pb(NO3)2 is often prepared from the reaction of lead with nitric acid.

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