Zirconium Phosphate

Name:
Zirconium Phosphate
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	zirconium phosphate, basic; zirconium orthophosphate
M Formula:	ZrO(H2PO4)2•3H2O
Properties:
White, dense, amorphous powder. Decomposes on heating. Soluble in acids; insoluble in water and organic solvents; extensively hydrolyzed in basic solution.
Derivation:
Action of phosphoric acid on zirconium hydroxide.
Hazard:
TLV: 5 mg(Zr)/m3.
Use:
Chemical reagent, cation scavenger, coagulant, carrier for radioactive phosphorus.