Sodium aluminate
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Description
White, water-soluble powder. Sodium aluminate is used in the manufacture of lake colors. It is also used to opacify glass, harden concrete, size paper, and purify water.
Synonyms and Related Terms
aluminum sodium oxide
Risks
- Noncombustible.
- Hygroscopic.
- Skin contact causes irritation and burns.
- CDH Fine Chemicals: SDS
Physical and Chemical Properties
Soluble in water forming a strongly alkaline solution. Insoluble in ethanol.
| Composition | Na2Al2O3 |
|---|---|
| CAS | 1302-42-7 |
| Melting Point | 1650 C |
| Density | >1.5 g/ml |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 82 |