Boron Nitride

BN

IUPAC: Boron nitride

CAS: 10043-11-5

Aperçu

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.

Composition

Élément Symbole Atomes Masse atomique
Boron B 1 10,8100
Nitrogen N 1 14,0070

Composition élémentaire

B
43,6%
N
56,4%

Usages

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

Le saviez-vous

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

Structure

SMILES

B#N

Propriétés

Type
inorganic
État
solid
Masse molaire
24,82 g/mol
Densité
2,1000 g/cm³
Point de fusion
2973,0 °C
Solubilité
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).