Molar mass 282.77 g/mol Density 5.53 g/cm³ | Formula AgIO3 Appearance white crystals | |
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Silver iodate (AgIO3) is a light-sensitive, white crystal composed of silver, iodine and oxygen. Unlike most metal iodates, it is practically insoluble in water.
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Production
Silver iodate can be obtained by reacting silver nitrate (AgNO3) with sodium iodate or potassium iodate. The by-product of the reaction is sodium nitrate.
Alternatively, it can be created by the action of iodine in a solution of silver oxide.
Uses
Silver iodate is used to detect traces of chlorides in blood.
References
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