Hypochlorous Acid

HClO

IUPAC: Hypochlorous acid

CAS: 7790-92-3

Обзор

Hypochlorous acid is a weak acid and powerful oxidizing agent. It is the active sanitizing agent produced when chlorine dissolves in water.

Состав

Элемент Символ Атомы Атомная масса
Hydrogen H 1 1,0080
Oxygen O 1 15,9990
Chlorine Cl 1 35,4500

Элементный состав

Применение

  • Water disinfection
  • Swimming pool treatment
  • Wound care
  • Food sanitation

Интересные факты

  • Your immune system produces HClO in white blood cells to kill bacteria

Безопасность

  • ⚠ Oxidizer
  • ⚠ Irritant

Structure

SMILES

OCl

Свойства

Тип
acid
Состояние
liquid
Молярная масса
52,46 g/mol
Плотность
1,0000 g/cm³
Растворимость
Miscible

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
51,9716
XLogP
0,3
TPSA
20,2 Ų
H-Bond Donors
1
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
2
Complexity
2,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hypochlorous Acid?
Hypochlorous Acid (HClO) is a acid compound with the IUPAC name Hypochlorous acid.
What is the molecular weight of Hypochlorous Acid?
Hypochlorous Acid has a molar mass of 52.46 g/mol.
What state is Hypochlorous Acid at room temperature?
Hypochlorous Acid is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Hypochlorous Acid organic or inorganic?
Hypochlorous Acid is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Hypochlorous Acid?
Hypochlorous Acid (HClO) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Chlorine (Cl).