Iron(II) chromite

Iron(II) chromite
Names
IUPAC name
Iron(2+) chromite
Identifiers
1308-31-2
EC Number 215-159-3
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PubChem 166600
RTECS number GB4000000
Properties
FeCr2O4
Molar mass 223.83 g/mol
Appearance brown-black solid
Density 4.97 g/cm3
Melting point 2,190 to 2,270 °C (3,970 to 4,120 °F; 2,460 to 2,540 K)
insoluble
Solubility slightly soluble in acid
2.16
Structure
cubic
Hazards
GHS pictograms
H317
N
R-phrases R58
S-phrases S61
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

Iron(II) chromite is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula FeCr2O4.

Preparation

It is created by the sintering of chromium(III) oxide and iron(II) oxide at 1600 °C. It also occurs in nature as the mineral chromite, though with many impurities.

Uses

It is used as a commercial source of chromium and its compounds. [1]It is also used as a catalyst in the synthesis of dihydrogen from the reaction between carbon monoxide and water vapour

Safety

It dust particles may cause irritation. Avoid inhalation and/ or ingestion of dusts. Swallowing larger amounts may cause injury.

References

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