Sodium Hexametaphosphate

(NaPO₃)₆

IUPAC: Sodium hexametaphosphate

CAS: 10124-56-8

概述

SHMP is a polyphosphate used as a water softener, sequestrant, and food additive. It prevents calcium scale formation in pipes and boilers.

组成

元素 符号 原子 原子质量
Oxygen O 18 15.9990
Sodium Na 6 22.9900
Phosphorus P 6 30.9740

元素组成

O
47.1%
Na
22.5%

用途

  • Water softening
  • Food additive (E452i)
  • Scale inhibitor
  • Dispersing agent

趣味知识

  • Can sequester calcium and magnesium ions, preventing hard water problems

Structure

SMILES

[O-]P1(=O)OP(=O)(OP(=O)(OP(=O)(OP(=O)(OP(=O)(O1)[O-])[O-])[O-])[O-])[O-].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+]

属性

类型
salt
状态
solid
摩尔质量
611.77 g/mol
密度
2.4840 g/cm³
熔点
616.0 °C
溶解度
very soluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
611.6897
TPSA
296.0 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
18
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
30
Complexity
513.0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sodium Hexametaphosphate?
Sodium Hexametaphosphate ((NaPO₃)₆) is a salt compound with the IUPAC name Sodium hexametaphosphate.
What is the molecular weight of Sodium Hexametaphosphate?
Sodium Hexametaphosphate has a molar mass of 611.77 g/mol.
What state is Sodium Hexametaphosphate at room temperature?
Sodium Hexametaphosphate is a solid at room temperature.
Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate organic or inorganic?
Sodium Hexametaphosphate is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Sodium Hexametaphosphate?
Sodium Hexametaphosphate ((NaPO₃)₆) is composed of Oxygen (O), Sodium (Na), Phosphorus (P).