Rubidium carbonate
Chemical compound
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Rubidium carbonate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Rb2CO3. It is a white, hygroscopic solid that readily dissolves in water.
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Rubidium carbonate | |
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.008.666 |
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| Properties | |
| Rb2CO3 | |
| Molar mass | 230.945 g/mol |
| Appearance | White powder, very hygroscopic |
| Melting point | 837 °C (1,539 °F; 1,110 K)[1] |
| Boiling point | 900 °C (1,650 °F; 1,170 K) (decomposes) |
| 4500 g/L @20°C[2] | |
| −75.4·10−6 cm3/mol | |
| Hazards | |
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Main hazards |
Irritant |
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| H315, H319, H335 | |
| P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, P501 | |
| Flash point | Non-flammable |
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Other cations |
Lithium carbonate Sodium carbonate Potassium carbonate Caesium carbonate |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Preparation
Rubidium carbonate can be prepared by reacting ammonium carbonate and rubidium hydroxide.[4]
Uses
It is used in glassmaking to enhance stability and durability whilst reducing conductivity.[5]
It is also used as a part of a catalyst to prepare short-chain alcohols from feed gas.[citation needed]

