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| − | The IUPAC name for the metal called [ | + | The IUPAC name for the metal called [[aluminum|aluminum]] in the U.S. This dictionary currently uses the commonly accepted U.S. names for materials. International and standard chemical names will be listed and appropriately designated in the synonym lists. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 10:14, 7 January 2014
Description
The IUPAC name for the metal called Aluminum in the U.S. This dictionary currently uses the commonly accepted U.S. names for materials. International and standard chemical names will be listed and appropriately designated in the synonym lists.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Al; aluminum (U.S.); aluminium (IUPAC, Br., Dan., Deut., Fr., Ned., Nor., Sven.); alumen (Lat.); alkuaine (Fin.); alumiini (Fin.); alluminio (It.); alumínio (Port.); aluminio (Esp.); glin (Pol.); CI 77000; Arclad; ALCOA; alumel (aluminum-nickel alloy);
Other Properties
Reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid, hot concentrated sulfuric acid and hydroxides.
Aluminum can corrode when wet and in contact with alkaline or metallic materials, such as concrete, plaster, wallboard, iron or copper.
| Composition | Al (atomic no. 13) |
|---|---|
| Mohs Hardness | 7429-90-5 |
| Molecular Weight | atomic wt = 26.97 |
| Refractive Index | 2.70 |
| Boiling Point | 660 |
Hazards and Safety
Overexposure can cause irritation of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Powder and flakes form flammable and explosive mixtures in air.