Identification of 7440-09-7
Name:
Potassium (Related Reference)
EINECS:
231-119-8
Molecular Formula:
K
CAS Registry Number:
7440-09-7
Synonyms:
Potassiumchunkspackedinmineraloilcagchunk; Potassiumstickspackedinmineraloilcagstick; Potassiumsealedinglassampoulesunderargon; Potassium chunks; Potassiumbreaksealampouleunderargon; Potassiumprescoredampouleunderargon; Potassium sticks; Potassium standard solution 1000 ppm; Potassium solution 1000 ppm; Potassium solution 10 000 ppm
InChI:
InChI=1/K
Molecular Structure:

This structure is also available as a 2d Mol fileChemical Properties
Appearance:
silver solid.
Molecular Weight:
39.09
Density:
0.86
Boiling Point:
770℃
Melting Point:
63℃
Flash Point:
°C
Storage Temperature:
2-8°C
Refractive index:
n20/D 1.334
Solubility:
Reacts violently in water.
Stability:
Stable. Moisture and air-sensitive. Spontaneously combustible through the generation and ignition of hydrogen. Reacts violently with water and acids, alcohols, carbon monoxide. Store under oil.Safety Data of 7440-09-7
Risk Codes:
R14/15;R34
Safety Statements:
S45;S5;S8
Hazard Symbols:

C:Corrosive
HazardClass:4.3