Selenous Acid

Name:
Selenous Acid
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	selenious acid
M Formula:	H2SeO3
Properties:
Transparent, colorless, deliquescent crystals. D 3.0066, mp 70C (decomposes). Soluble in water and alcohol; insoluble in ammonia.
Derivation:
Action of hot nitric acid on selenium.
Hazard:
Toxic by inhalation, ingestion, and skin absorption. TLV: 0.2 mg(Se)/m3.
Use:
Reagent for alkaloids.