Molybdenum trioxide

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Description

A white powder that melts to a yellow liquid then solidifies to form pale yellow crystals. Molybdenum trioxide is used as a pigment in ceramic glazes and enamels.

Synonyms and Related Terms

molybdenum anhydride; molybdic oxide; molybdic acid hydride

Risks

  • Toxic by inhalation and ingestion.
  • Contact causes irritation.
  • ThermoFisher: SDS

Physical and Chemical Properties

Soluble in concentrated mineral acids and alkalis. Slightly soluble in water.

Composition MoO3
CAS 1313-27-5
Melting Point 795 C
Density 4.69 g/ml
Molecular Weight mol. wt. = 143.94
Boiling Point 1150 C

Resources and Citations

  • The Merck Index, Susan Budavari (ed.), Merck Research Labs, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 12th Edition, 1996 Comment: entry 6321
  • Robert Fournier, Illustrated Dictionary of Practical Pottery, Chilton Book Company, Radnor, PA, 1992
  • Richard S. Lewis, Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, 10th ed., 1993

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