- Definition of P4O6
1.1 Common name: Tetraphosphorus hexoxide
1.2 English name: Phosphorus(III) oxide
1.3 Atomic weight: 219.88 g/mol
1.4 Molecular structure: The P4O6 molecule consists of 4 Phosphorus (P) atoms and 6 Oxygen (O) atoms.
- Properties: P4O6
2.1 Physical properties of P4O6: P4O6 is a solid, colourless, odourless substance that is insoluble in water.
2.2 Chemical properties of P4O6: P4O6 reacts with water to form phosphoric acid and reacts with alkali metals to produce alkali phosphates.
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Common chemical equations involving P4O6 (these are just a fraction of all reactions in which P4O6 can participate):
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Preparation of P4O6
4.1 Laboratory preparation of P4O6: The oxidation of phosphorus by air produces P4O6. P4 + 3O2 -> P4O6.
4.2 Industrial preparation of P4O6: In industry, P4O6 is prepared through the oxidation of phosphorus by air at high temperatures.