

Di-sodium Tetraborate (Borax) 500grams
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Di-sodium Tetraborate, also known as sodium borate, is a naturally occurring mineral composed of sodium, boron, oxygen, and water. It is a white, odorless powder that dissolves easily in water, and has a wide range of uses, including as a laundry detergent booster, a multipurpose cleaner, and as a component in the production of glass, ceramics, and enamel. Borax has antifungal and insecticidal properties and is also used in certain industrial applications such as in the production of fiberglass, as a flux in metallurgy, and as a fire retardant. It is considered safe when used as directed, but can be toxic if ingested in large quantities.
Uses of Di-sodium Tetraborate
Buffer Solutions:
Borax is used to prepare buffer solutions, especially those with a pH around 9, due to its ability to maintain a stable pH.
Analytical Chemistry:
It serves as a reagent in analytical chemistry, particularly for the determination of metal ions such as calcium and magnesium.
Flame Retardant:
Borax is sometimes used as a flame retardant in materials testing and fireproofing treatments.
Solubility Enhancement:
It can be used to enhance the solubility of certain substances in aqueous solutions.
Microscopy:
Borax solutions are used in microscopy as a mounting medium for specimens.
Photography:
Borax has historical use in photographic processes, although modern methods have largely replaced it.
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Physical Properties:
- Appearance: Colorless, transparent crystals or white powder.
- Solubility: Soluble in water but insoluble in alcohol.
- Melting Point: Decomposes at high temperatures before melting.
Chemical Properties:
- Molecular Formula: KAl(SO₄)₂·12H₂O
- Molecular Weight: 474.39 g/mol (for the dodecahydrate form)
- Acidity: It is slightly acidic in aqueous solution.
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