Boron Nitride

BN

IUPAC: Boron nitride

CAS: 10043-11-5

Übersicht

Boron nitride exists in hexagonal (soft, lubricant) and cubic (ultra-hard) forms, analogous to graphite and diamond. Cubic BN is the second hardest material known.

Zusammensetzung

Element Symbol Atome Atommasse
Boron B 1 10,8100
Nitrogen N 1 14,0070

Elementare Zusammensetzung

B
43,6%
N
56,4%

Verwendung

  • High-temperature lubricant
  • Cosmetics filler
  • Cutting tools (c-BN)
  • Thermal management

Wissenswertes

  • Hexagonal BN is called 'white graphite' and is used in cosmetics for its silky feel

Structure

SMILES

B#N

Eigenschaften

Typ
inorganic
Zustand
solid
Molmasse
24,82 g/mol
Dichte
2,1000 g/cm³
Schmelzpunkt
2973,0 °C
Löslichkeit
insoluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
25,0124
TPSA
23,8 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
2
Complexity
10,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boron Nitride?
Boron Nitride (BN) is a inorganic compound with the IUPAC name Boron nitride.
What is the molecular weight of Boron Nitride?
Boron Nitride has a molar mass of 24.82 g/mol.
What state is Boron Nitride at room temperature?
Boron Nitride is a solid at room temperature.
Is Boron Nitride organic or inorganic?
Boron Nitride is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Boron Nitride?
Boron Nitride (BN) is composed of Boron (B), Nitrogen (N).