Beryllium Oxide

BeO

IUPAC: Beryllium oxide

CAS: 1304-56-9

Обзор

Beryllium oxide has a unique combination of high thermal conductivity and excellent electrical insulation. It conducts heat nearly as well as metals while being an electrical insulator. This makes it invaluable in high-power electronics and nuclear reactors.

Состав

Элемент Символ Атомы Атомная масса
Beryllium Be 1 9,0122
Oxygen O 1 15,9990

Элементный состав

Применение

  • High-power electronic heat sinks
  • Nuclear reactor moderator
  • Microwave window material
  • Laser tube component

Интересные факты

  • One of the few ceramics with thermal conductivity rivaling metals

Безопасность

  • ⚠ Highly toxic if inhaled as dust
  • ⚠ Causes chronic beryllium disease (berylliosis)
  • ⚠ Carcinogenic

Structure

SMILES

[Be]=O

Свойства

Тип
oxide
Состояние
solid
Молярная масса
25,01 g/mol
Плотность
3,0100 g/cm³
Температура плавления
2507,0 °C
Температура кипения
3900,0 °C
Растворимость
insoluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
25,0071
TPSA
17,1 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
2
Complexity
2,0

Также известен как

Beryllia Bromellite

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beryllium Oxide?
Beryllium Oxide (BeO) is a oxide compound with the IUPAC name Beryllium oxide.
What is the molecular weight of Beryllium Oxide?
Beryllium Oxide has a molar mass of 25.012 g/mol.
What state is Beryllium Oxide at room temperature?
Beryllium Oxide is a solid at room temperature.
Is Beryllium Oxide organic or inorganic?
Beryllium Oxide is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Beryllium Oxide?
Beryllium Oxide (BeO) is composed of Beryllium (Be), Oxygen (O).