M Formula: | V2O4 |
Properties: | |
Blue-black powder. D 4.339, mp 1967C. Insoluble in water; soluble in alkalies and acids. | |
Derivation: | |
(1) From vanadium pentoxide by oxalic acid reduction. (2) From vanadium pentoxide by carbon reduction. | |
Hazard: | |
Toxic and irritating. | |
Use: | |
Catalyst at high temperature. | |