Cobalt(II) Oxide

CoO

IUPAC: Cobalt(II) oxide

CAS: 1307-96-6

Übersicht

Cobalt(II) oxide is a gray-green powder used as a blue coloring agent in ceramics and glass. It has been used since ancient times for its intense blue color.

Zusammensetzung

Element Symbol Atome Atommasse
Oxygen O 1 15,9990
Cobalt Co 1 58,9330

Elementare Zusammensetzung

O
21,4%
Co
78,7%

Verwendung

  • Ceramic colorant
  • Glass colorant
  • Catalyst
  • Battery material

Wissenswertes

  • Ancient Egyptians used cobalt compounds to create vivid blue glass and pottery

Sicherheit

  • ⚠ Toxic
  • ⚠ Possible carcinogen

Structure

SMILES

O=[Co]

Eigenschaften

Typ
oxide
Zustand
solid
Molmasse
74,93 g/mol
Dichte
6,4400 g/cm³
Schmelzpunkt
1830,0 °C
Löslichkeit
insoluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
74,9281
TPSA
17,1 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
2
Complexity
2,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cobalt(II) Oxide?
Cobalt(II) Oxide (CoO) is a oxide compound with the IUPAC name Cobalt(II) oxide.
What is the molecular weight of Cobalt(II) Oxide?
Cobalt(II) Oxide has a molar mass of 74.93 g/mol.
What state is Cobalt(II) Oxide at room temperature?
Cobalt(II) Oxide is a solid at room temperature.
Is Cobalt(II) Oxide organic or inorganic?
Cobalt(II) Oxide is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Cobalt(II) Oxide?
Cobalt(II) Oxide (CoO) is composed of Oxygen (O), Cobalt (Co).