Silver perchlorate (AgClO4)-Crystalline

Silver perchlorate (AgClO4)-Crystalline introduce:

Characteristic




Silver perchlorate is the chemical compound with the formula AgClO4. This white solid forms a monohydrate and is mildly deliquescent. It is a useful source of the Ag+ ion, although the presence of perchlorate presents risks.




Chemical formula:AgClO4

Molar mass:207.319 g/mol

Appearance:Colorless hygroscopic crystals

Density:2.806 g/cm3

Melting point:486 °C (907 °F; 759 K) (decomposes)

Solubility in water:557 g/100 mL (25 °C);792.8 g/100 mL (99 °C)

Solubility:soluble in organic solvents

Crystal structure:cubic




Application




Silver perchlorate is used as a catalyst in organic chemistry. It is an effective reagent for replacing halides ligands with perchlorate. It is also used in the manufacturing of explosives.