Catalysts And Absorbents

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Boric Acid

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Properties

Molecular formula	H3BO3
Molar mass	61.83 g mol- 1
Appearance	White crystalline solid
Density	1.435 g/cm3
Melting point	170.9 ^oC, 444 K, 340 ^oF
Boiling point	300 ^oC, 573 K, 572 ^oF
Solubility in water	2.52 g/100 mL (0 ^oC) 4.72 g/100 mL (20 ^oC) 5.7 g/100 mL (25 ^oC) 19.10 g/100 mL (80 ^oC) 27.53 g/100 mL (100 ^oC)
Solubility in other solvents	Soluble in lower alcohols Moderately soluble in pyridine Very slightly soluble in acetone
Acidity (pKa)	5.2 (see text)
Structure Molecular shape Trigonal planar Dipole moment Zero Characteristics: Exists in the form of colorless crystals or a white powder Precursor of other chemical compounds Dissolves in water Prepared by reacting borax (sodium tetraborate decahydrate) with a mineral acid Known as weak acid Prevents and destroys existing wet and dry rot in timbers Treat external wood against fungal and insect attack Dampness and moisture is known to collect and sit Used as: An antiseptic An insecticide Flame retardant Nuclear power plants to control the fission rate of uranium Precursor of other chemical compounds Colorant to make fire green