SILVER CHLORIDE
AgCl
| Property | Details |
|---|
| IUPAC Name | Silver(I) chloride |
| Common Name | Silver chloride |
| Chemical Formula | AgCl |
| Molar Mass | 143.32 g·mol⁻¹ |
| CAS Number | 7783-90-6 |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder (turns violet/gray on light exposure) |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 455 °C (decomposes on boiling) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes at high temperature (no true boiling point) |
| Density | 5.56 g·cm⁻³ |
| Solubility in Water | Practically insoluble |
| Oxidation State of Ag | +1 |
Hazards (GHS)
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Irritant | May cause skin or eye irritation on contact |
| Environmental | Toxic to aquatic organisms (silver ions released) |
| Light Sensitive | Darkens on exposure to light due to decomposition |
Safety Notes
Handle with gloves and eye protection.
Store in dark, well-closed containers to prevent light decomposition.
Avoid release into environment.
