Barium peroxide
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| Chemical formula | BaO2 |
|---|---|
| OTP appearance | grey-white crystal |
| Molar Mass(g/mol) | 169.33 |
| Density(g/cc) | 5.68 |
| Melting Point(°C) | 450 |
| Boiling Point(°C) | 850 (decomp) |
| Solubility in water(g/L) | 0.0091 |
| NFPA 704 |  2
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Uses
Justification Questioned
Other
- Brin process for the production of oxygen from air
- Precursor for hydrogen peroxide
Natural occurrence
- Does not occur naturally
Hazards
Production
Synthesis
Heat barium oxide to 550°C in the presence of oxygen:
- 2 BaO + O2{2 BaO2550°C}→