Silver sulfate
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Silver sulfate | |
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General | |
Systematic name | Silver sulfate |
Molecular formula | Ag2SO4 |
Molar mass | 311.799 g/mol |
Appearance | colourless crystals |
CAS number | [10294-26-5] |
Properties | |
Density and phase | n/a |
Specific Gravity | 5.45 (29°C) |
Solubility in water | 0.57g/100ml |
Melting point | 652 °C |
Boiling point | 1085 °C |
Silver sulfate (Ag2SO4) is an ionic compound used in anions experiments, silver plating and as a non-staining substitute to silver nitrate. It is stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage, though it darkens upon exposure to air or light. It is soluble in water.