Strontium Oxide

Name:
Strontium Oxide
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	strontia
M Formula:	SrO
Properties:
Grayish-white, porous lumps. D 4.7, mp 2430C, bp 3000C. Soluble in fused potassium hydroxide, converted to hydroxide by water. Combustible.
Derivation:
Decomposition of strontium carbonate or hydroxide.
Grade:
Lump, powder, porous carbide-free, reagent.
Use:
Manufacture of strontium salts, pyrotechnics, pigments, greases and soaps, a major desiccant.