- Definition of Hg2(OH)2
Hg2(OH)2, also known as mercury(I) hydroxide, is a chemical compound of mercury and hydroxide. Its English name is Mercury(I) hydroxide. This compound consists of two mercury atoms, two hydrogen atoms, and two oxygen atoms. On average, each mercury atom has a mass of 200.6, hydrogen has a mass of 1.007, and oxygen has a mass of 15.999, resulting in a total molecular mass of Hg2(OH)2 of 418.206.
- Properties of Hg2(OH)2
2.1 Physical properties of Hg2(OH)2
Hg2(OH)2 can appear in the form of white granules or colorless crystals. It has no particular smell and has a neutral pH value.
2.2 Chemical properties of Hg2(OH)2
Hg2(OH)2 is a chemically inactive substance. It does not readily react with metals, acids, non-metals, or salts.
- Common chemical equations of Hg2(OH)2
Since Hg2(OH)2 is chemically inactive, it’s not possible to provide examples of reactions with metals, acids, non-metals, or salts.
- Preparation of Hg2(OH)2
4.1 Laboratory preparation of Hg2(OH)2
Hg2(OH)2 is prepared by reacting mercury with an alkali solution, such as sodium hydroxide.
4.2 Industrial preparation of Hg2(OH)2
In industry, Hg2(OH)2 is usually not prepared due to its lack of many applications.