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Selenous acid, Puratronic™, 99.999% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Selenous acid is used in steel guns, wherein it changes the color of the steel from silver-grey to blue-grey. It serves as an important component of the Mecke reagent, which is utilized for drug testing. It acts as a source of selenium. It acts as a reagent for alkaloids and an oxidizing agent. Further, it is used in labeling radiopharmaceuticals. It is involved in the organic synthesis for the preparation of glyoxal.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 70°C (decomposition) |
Odor | Odorless |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Quantity | 25 g |
Physical Form | Crystalline Aggregates |
UN Number | UN3290 |
Merck Index | 14,8430 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water and ethanol. |
Formula Weight | 128.97 |
Percent Purity | 99.999% |
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