Sodium Hydroxide

NaOH

IUPAC: Sodium hydroxide

CAS: 1310-73-2

Обзор

Sodium hydroxide (lye/caustic soda) is a strong base widely used in industry. It is highly caustic and can dissolve organic materials including skin and hair.

Состав

Элемент Символ Атомы Атомная масса
Hydrogen H 1 1,0080
Oxygen O 1 15,9990
Sodium Na 1 22,9900

Элементный состав

O
40,0%
Na
57,5%

Применение

  • Soap making
  • Paper production
  • Drain cleaner
  • Petroleum refining

Интересные факты

  • NaOH is used in the traditional process of making pretzels and lutefisk

Безопасность

  • ⚠ Highly corrosive
  • ⚠ Causes severe chemical burns
  • ⚠ Exothermic when dissolved

Structure

SMILES

[OH-].[Na+]

Свойства

Тип
base
Состояние
solid
Молярная масса
40,00 g/mol
Плотность
2,1300 g/cm³
Температура плавления
318,0 °C
Температура кипения
1388,0 °C
Растворимость
1110 g/L at 20°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
39,9925
TPSA
1,0 Ų
H-Bond Donors
1
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
2
Complexity
2,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sodium Hydroxide?
Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) is a base compound with the IUPAC name Sodium hydroxide.
What is the molecular weight of Sodium Hydroxide?
Sodium Hydroxide has a molar mass of 40.0 g/mol.
What state is Sodium Hydroxide at room temperature?
Sodium Hydroxide is a solid at room temperature.
Is Sodium Hydroxide organic or inorganic?
Sodium Hydroxide is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Sodium Hydroxide?
Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Sodium (Na).