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Calcium oxide (CAS 1305-78-8)

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Application:
Calcium oxide is known as quicklime or burnt lime, is a widely used chemical compound
CAS Number:
1305-78-8
Purity:
98%
Molecular Weight:
56.08
Molecular Formula:
CaO
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Calcium oxide, known as quicklime or burnt lime, is a widely used chemical compound. Calcium oxide is a caustic substance, known for its reactivity and diverse applications. It serves as a key component in the synthesis of various calcium compounds, including calcium carbonate and calcium hydroxide. Furthermore, its role as a catalyst in organic chemistry and as an oxidizing agent in diverse reactions underscores its significance in chemical processes. Scientists employ calcium oxide to investigate the kinetics of calcium-containing systems and to determine the solubility of calcium compounds, contributing to our understanding of this essential element.


Calcium oxide (CAS 1305-78-8) References

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Calcium oxide, 500 g

sc-211003
500 g
$80.00