13768-40-6

Basic information

• Product Name: WATER-17O
• Synonyms: WATER-17O;(17O)Water;17O Labeled water
• CAS NO: 13768-40-6
• Molecular Formula: H2O
• Molecular Weight: 20.03
• Product Categories: Alphabetical Listings;Stable Isotopes;U-Z
• Mol File: 13768-40-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 0 °C(lit.)
• Boiling Point: 100 °C(lit.)
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.044 g/mL at 25 °C
• CAS DataBase Reference: WATER-17O(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: WATER-17O(13768-40-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: WATER-17O(13768-40-6)

Safety Data

• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 13768-40-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Water-17O is a stable oxygen isotope of water, in which the oxygen atom has an atomic mass of 17. It is commonly used in isotope analysis to study various natural processes such as hydrology, oceanography, and atmospheric science. The abundance of Water-17O can provide valuable information on the origin and history of water sources, the movement of water through different environments, and the processes that affect its isotopic composition. Additionally, Water-17O is also used in medical imaging techniques such as positron emission tomography (PET) to study brain function and metabolism. Its unique isotopic composition and properties make it a valuable and versatile chemical for research in various scientific fields.