- Definition of BeCO3:
BeCO3, also known as Beryllium Carbonate, has an atomic weight of 77.04 g/mol. The BeCO3 molecule consists of one Beryllium (Be) atom, one Carbon (C) atom, and three Oxygen (O) atoms. It forms beryllium ion Be2+ and carbonate ion CO32-.
- Properties of BeCO3:
2.1 Physical properties of BeCO3: BeCO3 is a solid, white, odorless substance that is insoluble in water.
2.2 Chemical properties of BeCO3: BeCO3 decomposes easily when heated or in contact with acids. For example, when it comes into contact with hydrochloric acid, it forms beryllium chloride and carbon dioxide gas.
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Common chemical equations of BeCO3: Due to its unstable properties, BeCO3 does not participate in many chemical reactions like metals, acids, nonmetals, or salts.
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Synthesis of BeCO3:
4.1 Laboratory synthesis of BeCO3: In the lab, BeCO3 can be synthesized through the reaction of beryllium hydroxide with carbonic acid.
4.2 Industrial synthesis of BeCO3: The technology for the industrial-scale production of BeCO3 is not widespread due to the instability and toxicity of BeCO3 to humans.