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Usage

Uses

Used in Environmental Remediation:
Flue dust, arsenic-contg. is used as a raw material for the production of adsorbents for the removal of arsenic from contaminated water sources. The adsorbents are effective in reducing arsenic levels in water, making it safer for human consumption and protecting the environment.
Used in Waste Management:
Flue dust, arsenic-contg. is used in the treatment of hazardous waste, particularly in the stabilization and solidification of arsenic-containing waste materials. This process helps to immobilize arsenic, preventing its release into the environment and reducing the risk of exposure to humans and wildlife.
Used in Mining Industry:
Flue dust, arsenic-contg. is used in the mining industry for the extraction and recovery of valuable metals, such as gold and silver. The arsenic-contaminated flue dust can be processed to separate and recover these metals, contributing to the overall efficiency of the mining process.
Used in Ceramics Industry:
Flue dust, arsenic-contg. can be used as a raw material in the ceramics industry for the production of certain types of ceramic products. The unique properties of arsenic-containing flue dust can contribute to the development of new ceramic materials with specific characteristics and applications.

Air & Water Reactions

Insoluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

ARSENIC reacts incandescently with bromine trifluoride, even at 10°C [Mellor 2:113 1946-47]. Causes bromoazide to explode upon contact. Ignites if ground up together with solid potassium permanganate [Mellor 12:322 1946-47]. Is oxidized by sodium peroxide with incandescence [Mellor 2:490-93 1946-47]. A combination of finely divided arsenic with finely divided bromates (also chlorates and iodates) of barium, calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, or zinc can explode by heat, percussion, and friction [Mellor 2:310 1946-47]. Bromine pentafluoride reacts readily in the cold with arsenic. Ignition usually occurs. Reacts vigorously with fluorine at ordinary temperatures [Mellor 9:34 1946-47].

Safety Profile

Confirmed human carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data. Poison by inhalation and ingestion. See also ARSENIC COMPOUNDS.