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Calcium Nitrate
Calcium nitrate, with the chemical formula Ca(NO₃)₂, is an inorganic compound composed of calcium and nitrate ions.
Synonyms
Norgessalpeter, Norwegian Saltpeter, Lime Nitrate, Nitrocalcite, Calcium Salt of Nitric Acid, Calcium Dinitrate, Calcium(II) Nitrate
Chemical Formula
Ca(NO₃)₂
HSN Code
28342990
CAS Number
10124-37-5
General Description
Calcium nitrate, with the chemical formula Ca(NO₃)₂, is an inorganic compound composed of calcium and nitrate ions. It is a white, crystalline substance that is highly soluble in water. The chemical compound is produced by using nitric acid to treat limestone, then neutralizing the solution with ammonia.
Characteristics
| Molar Weight | 164.088 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 42.7 °C |
| Boiling Point | 132 °C |
| Flash Point | - |
| Density | 2.5 g/cc |
| Forms | white to light gray granular solid |
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Uses and Applications
It is a popular nitrogenous fertilizer
Used to control odors in waste water treatment process
It aids in the biological treatment process
Calcium nitrate is used as a set accelerator in concrete
It helps prevent the freezing of concrete mixtures during low temperatures
Calcium nitrate is used in the production of explosives
t is used in the manufacture of airbags
Calcium nitrate is used in the textile industry to fix dyes to fibers
improving the quality and durability of the dye
It is used in the coagulation process of latex
aiding in the production of rubber products
Calcium nitrate is used as a raw material in the production of other chemicals, such as in the manufacturing of calcium ammonium nitrate
It is used in the production of electrolyte solutions for capacitors and other electronic components.
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