Lead(II) Silicate Glass

PbO·SiO₂

IUPAC: Lead crystal glass

CAS: 68476-81-3

Aperçu

Lead crystal glass contains 24-35% lead oxide, giving it high refractive index, brilliance, and a clear ringing tone. It has been made since the 1670s.

Composition

Élément Symbole Atomes Masse atomique
Oxygen O 3 15,9990
Silicon Si 1 28,0850
Lead Pb 1 207,2000

Composition élémentaire

O
24,0%
Si
14,0%
Pb
Lead ×1
103,6%

Usages

  • Crystal glassware
  • Decorative glass
  • Radiation shielding glass

Le saviez-vous

  • The high refractive index of lead glass gives 'crystal' its characteristic sparkle and rainbow prisms

Sécurité

  • ⚠ Lead leaching into beverages
  • ⚠ Lead exposure during cutting/polishing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lead(II) Silicate Glass?
Lead(II) Silicate Glass (PbO·SiO₂) is a inorganic compound with the IUPAC name Lead crystal glass.
What is the molecular weight of Lead(II) Silicate Glass?
Lead(II) Silicate Glass has a molar mass of 200.0 g/mol.
What state is Lead(II) Silicate Glass at room temperature?
Lead(II) Silicate Glass is a solid at room temperature.
Is Lead(II) Silicate Glass organic or inorganic?
Lead(II) Silicate Glass is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Lead(II) Silicate Glass?
Lead(II) Silicate Glass (PbO·SiO₂) is composed of Oxygen (O), Silicon (Si), Lead (Pb).