Write a 200-word definition of BaSiO3
BaSiO3 is known as Barium silicate or Silicic acid, barium salt. It is a white, odorless, non-polar solid with a molecular mass of 217.39 g/mol. In this compound, the molecule consists of one Barium ion (Ba^2+), one Silicate ion (SiO3^2-) and three oxygen atoms with an oxidation state of -2.
Physical properties of BaSiO3:
BaSiO3 is a white, odorless, and non-polar solid. Its PH level is undefined as it is insoluble in water.
Chemical properties of BaSiO3:
BaSiO3 is stable in dry environments but easily hydrolyzes in moist environments. It also does not react with strong acids.
Common chemical reactions with BaSiO3:
Metal reaction: BaSiO3 does not react with metals.
Acid reaction: BaSiO3 can react with strong acids to form Barium salt and silicic acid.
Salt reaction: BaSiO3 does not react with salts.
Synthesis of BaSiO3:
BaSiO3 can be synthesized by combining Barium carbonate and silicon dioxide under high-temperature conditions. Industrially, it can be synthesized by combining Barium sulfide and silicon dioxide.