-
Definition of Ca3(C2H3O2)2
Ca3(C2H3O2)2, also known as Calcium Acetate or Acetate of Calcium, is an organic compound, a calcium supplement in food. This compound is a calcium salt of acetic acid.
1.1. Common Name: Calcium Acetate.
1.2. English Name: Calcium Acetate.
1.3. Atomic composition: This compound consists of 3 calcium atoms, 4 carbon atoms, 6 hydrogen atoms, and 4 oxygen atoms.
1.4. Atomic mass: The relative atomic mass of Calcium Acetate is 158.17 g/mol.
1.5. Molecular and ion structure: The molecule Ca3(C2H3O2)2 comprises 3 calcium ions (Ca2+) and 2 acetate ions (C2H3O2-). -
Properties of Ca3(C2H3O2)2
2.1. Physical properties: Calcium Acetate is a white, odorless solid, highly soluble in water. Its pH in water solution is about 6-8, indicating its weakly basic property.
2.2. Chemical properties: Calcium Acetate has the ability to react with acids to form salts and water, as well as react with bases from mild to strong. -
The common chemical equations with Ca3(C2H3O2)2 have not been fully studied, but it is commonly used in the preparation of other substances in the laboratory and industry.
-
Preparation of Ca3(C2H3O2)2
4.1. Laboratory preparation: Calcium Acetate is typically prepared from the reaction between acetic acid (also known as vinegar) and calcium hydroxide.
4.2. Industrial preparation: In industry, calcium acetate is typically produced from the reaction between calcium carbonate and acetic acid.