Magnesium Oxide

MgO

IUPAC: Magnesium oxide

CAS: 1309-48-4

Übersicht

Magnesium oxide is a white hygroscopic solid with an extremely high melting point. It is used as an antacid and a refractory material.

Zusammensetzung

Element Symbol Atome Atommasse
Oxygen O 1 15,9990
Magnesium Mg 1 24,3050

Elementare Zusammensetzung

Verwendung

  • Antacid
  • Refractory lining
  • Electrical insulation
  • Supplement

Wissenswertes

  • MgO has one of the highest melting points of any oxide at 2,852°C

Structure

SMILES

O=[Mg]

Eigenschaften

Typ
oxide
Zustand
solid
Molmasse
40,30 g/mol
Dichte
3,5800 g/cm³
Schmelzpunkt
2852,0 °C
Siedepunkt
3600,0 °C
Löslichkeit
0.0086 g/L at 25°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
39,9800
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 Magnesium Oxide?
Magnesium Oxide (MgO) is a oxide compound with the IUPAC name Magnesium oxide.
What is the molecular weight of Magnesium Oxide?
Magnesium Oxide has a molar mass of 40.3 g/mol.
What state is Magnesium Oxide at room temperature?
Magnesium Oxide is a solid at room temperature.
Is Magnesium Oxide organic or inorganic?
Magnesium Oxide is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Magnesium Oxide?
Magnesium Oxide (MgO) is composed of Oxygen (O), Magnesium (Mg).