Salpetersyre (Nitric Acid)

Nitric Acid (HNO3) is an important chemical compound and a strong acid with several characteristic properties:

 

Physical Properties: Nitric acid is a colorless, aqueous liquid. It has a strong odor and is highly corrosive, meaning it can cause severe damage to the skin and eyes and corrode metals.

Dissociation: When nitric acid dissolves in water, it almost completely dissociates into nitrate ions (NO3⁻) and hydrogen ions (H⁺). This reaction makes nitric acid a strong acid, meaning it can effectively donate protons in chemical reactions.

Applications:

• Fertilizers: One of the most common uses is in the production of ammonium nitrate, which is a key ingredient in fertilizers and is used to improve agricultural crops.

• Explosives: Nitric acid is also central to the production of explosives such as nitroglycerin and trinitrotoluene (TNT).

• Metal Oxidation: It is used for the oxidation of metals, which helps remove oxides and prepares surfaces for further treatment.

Safety:

Due to its corrosive properties, nitric acid should be handled with caution. The use of protective equipment, such as gloves and safety goggles, is essential when working with this acid.

Nitric acid is a versatile chemical with significant importance in both industry and research.

 

Nitric acid is available in bulk and IBCs.

 

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