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Ortho phosphoric Acid 2.5 liters
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Phosphoric acid is a clear, colorless, and odorless mineral acid with the chemical formula H3PO4. It is a triprotic acid, which means that it can donate three protons (hydrogen ions) per molecule when dissolved in water. Phosphoric acid is commonly used in the production of fertilizers, detergents, and food additives, as well as in various industrial applications, such as rust removal and metal surface treatment. It is also used in the production of soft drinks, where it gives a tart flavor and acts as a preservative.
Uses of Ortho phosphoric Acid
pH Adjustment:
It is used to adjust the pH of solutions due to its acidic nature. It’s particularly useful in buffering solutions to maintain a specific pH range.
Buffer Solutions:
Phosphoric acid is a common component in buffer solutions, which are critical for maintaining stable pH levels in various biochemical and chemical reactions.
Column Chromatography:
It is sometimes used in chromatography as a mobile phase modifier or in the preparation of eluents.
Electroplating:
In the preparation of electrolytes for electroplating processes, phosphoric acid can be used as a component to adjust the acidity and improve deposition efficiency.
Synthetic Chemistry:
It serves as a reactant or catalyst in various organic synthesis reactions, particularly those involving phosphorylation or phosphate ester formation.
Metal Cleaning:
Phosphoric acid is effective in cleaning and etching metals, especially as a rust remover or surface treatment for preparing metal surfaces before coating or painting.
Laboratory Reagent:
It is used as a reagent in analytical chemistry for specific tests and assays, particularly for phosphorus determination.
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