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. | |