Bismuth(III) Oxide

Bi₂O₃

IUPAC: Bismuth(III) oxide

CAS: 1304-76-3

Übersicht

Bismuth(III) oxide is a bright yellow powder used in ceramics, glass, and as a precursor to other bismuth compounds. It is the main source of bismuth in manufacturing.

Zusammensetzung

Element Symbol Atome Atommasse
Oxygen O 3 15,9990
Bismuth Bi 2 208,9800

Elementare Zusammensetzung

O
10,3%
Bi
89,7%

Verwendung

  • Ceramic glaze
  • Glass production
  • Pharmaceutical precursor (Pepto-Bismol)
  • Fire detection circuits

Wissenswertes

  • Bismuth subsalicylate derived from this oxide is the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol

Structure

SMILES

O=[Bi]O[Bi]=O

Eigenschaften

Typ
oxide
Zustand
solid
Molmasse
465,96 g/mol
Dichte
8,9000 g/cm³
Schmelzpunkt
817,0 °C
Siedepunkt
1890,0 °C
Löslichkeit
insoluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
465,9455
TPSA
43,4 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
3
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
5
Complexity
34,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bismuth(III) Oxide?
Bismuth(III) Oxide (Bi₂O₃) is a oxide compound with the IUPAC name Bismuth(III) oxide.
What is the molecular weight of Bismuth(III) Oxide?
Bismuth(III) Oxide has a molar mass of 465.96 g/mol.
What state is Bismuth(III) Oxide at room temperature?
Bismuth(III) Oxide is a solid at room temperature.
Is Bismuth(III) Oxide organic or inorganic?
Bismuth(III) Oxide is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Bismuth(III) Oxide?
Bismuth(III) Oxide (Bi₂O₃) is composed of Oxygen (O), Bismuth (Bi).