Silica

• CAS: 14464-46-1
• Catalog Number: ACM14464461
• Category: Other Products
• Molecular Weight: 60.08
• Molecular Formula: O₂Si
• Synonyms: 43-63c;alpha-crystobalite;calcineddiatomaceousearth;calcineddiatomite;cristobalite(sio2);crystallinesilica(non-specificname);crystallinesilica,cristobalite;crystallinesilicondioxide,cristobalite
• Boiling Point: >100°C(lit.)
• Melting Point: 1610°C(lit.)
• Density: 2.6g/mL at 25°C(lit.)
• Appearance: tablets (~0.5 g each)
• Hazard Statements: Xn,T
• Safety Description: 22
• Supplemental Hazard Statements: H350-H372
• Symbol: GHS08

Custom Q&A

What is the molecular formula of silica?

The molecular formula of silica is SiO2.

How is the chemical compound silicon dioxide also known?

Silicon dioxide is also known as silica.

What are the two groups in which silica compounds can be divided?

Silica compounds can be divided into crystalline (or c-silica) and amorphous silica (a-silica or non-crystalline silica).

What are the two synonyms for silica listed in the reference?

The synonyms for silica are SILICON DIOXIDE and Silica Dioxosilane.

What are the characteristics of all forms of silica?

All forms of silica are odorless solids composed of silicon and oxygen atoms.

What are the hazards associated with silica according to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)?

Silica is described as a transparent to gray, odorless powder that is irritating to the skin and eyes on contact. Inhalation can cause irritation in the respiratory tract.

What is the molecular weight of silica?

The molecular weight of silica is 60.084 g/mol.

What is the IUPAC Name of silica?

The IUPAC Name of silica is dioxosilane.

What is the Canonical SMILES of silica?

The Canonical SMILES of silica is O=[Si]=O.

What is the InChIKey of silica?

The InChIKey of silica is VYPSYNLAJGMNEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N.