- Definition of B4C
B4C is the chemical formula for boron carbide, a compound of boron and carbon.
1.1 Common name: Boron Carbide
1.2 English name: Boron Carbide
1.3 Atomic mass: 55.255(7)
1.4 Atomic weight: 55.25g/mol
1.5 Molecular structure of B4C includes 4 boron atoms and 1 carbon atom.
1.6 Ion structure: B4C does not form ions under normal conditions.
- Properties of B4C
2.1 Physical Properties of B4C
- State: Solid
- Color: Black
- Smell: Odorless
- pH: Not applicable
2.2 Chemical Properties of B4C: Very hard, withstands high temperatures and is wear resistant. Resistant to chemicals.
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Common chemical reactions involving B4C: B4C is mainly used in industrial applications such as abrasives, metal processing, and protection against chemical reactions.
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Preparation of B4C
4.1 Laboratory preparation of B4C: Boron carbide can be produced by thermally decomposing boric acid with graphite in a container of molten metal.
4.2 Industrial preparation of B4C: On an industrial scale, boron carbide is usually produced from borax powder (Na2B4O7·10H2O) and graphite under high temperature conditions.