CAS 10124-56-8: Sodium phosphate (Na6P6O18)
Description:Sodium phosphate, specifically the compound with the formula Na6P6O18, is a type of polyphosphate that consists of sodium ions and phosphate groups. It is commonly used in various applications, including as a food additive, a buffering agent, and in detergents. This compound is characterized by its ability to form complex structures and its solubility in water, which makes it useful in biochemical applications. Sodium phosphate can act as a source of phosphate ions, which are essential for many biological processes, including energy transfer and cellular signaling. The compound is typically stable under normal conditions but may decompose at elevated temperatures. It is important to handle sodium phosphate with care, as it can cause irritation to the skin and eyes upon contact. Additionally, its environmental impact should be considered, particularly in aquatic systems where excessive phosphate can lead to eutrophication. Overall, sodium phosphate is a versatile chemical with significant industrial and biological relevance.
Formula:H6O18P6·6Na
InChI:InChI=1S/6Na.H6O18P6/c;;;;;;1-19(2)13-20(3,4)15-22(7,8)17-24(11,12)18-23(9,10)16-21(5,6)14-19/h;;;;;;(H,1,2)(H,3,4)(H,5,6)(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12)
InChI key:InChIKey=RWTSDYJZARIKCW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:[Na].O=P1(O)OP(=O)(O)OP(=O)(O)OP(=O)(O)OP(=O)(O)OP(=O)(O)O1
- Synonyms:
- Hexasodium hexametaphosphate
- Metafosfato De Sodio
- Metaphosphate de sodium
- Metaphosphoric Acid, Hexasodium Salt
- Metaphosphoric acid (H6P6O18), sodium salt (1:6)
- Metaphosphoric acid (H<sub>6</sub>P<sub>6</sub>O<sub>18</sub>), hexasodium salt
- Metaphosphoric acid (H<sub>6</sub>P<sub>6</sub>O<sub>18</sub>), sodium salt (1:6)
- Millsperse 956
- Natriumhexametaphosphat
- Natriummetaphosphat
- See more synonyms
- Sodium Hexametaphosphate
- Sodium Metaphosphate
- Sodium hexametaphosphate ((NaPO3)6)
- Sodium hexametaphosphate ((NaPO<sub>3</sub>)<sub>6</sub>)
- Sodium hexametaphosphate (Na6P6O18)
- Sodium hexametaphosphate (Na<sub>6</sub>P<sub>6</sub>O<sub>18</sub>)
- Sodium metaphosphate (Na6(PO3)6)
- Sodium metaphosphate (Na6P6O18)
- Sodium metaphosphate (Na<sub>6</sub>(PO<sub>3</sub>)<sub>6</sub>)
- Sodium metaphosphate (Na<sub>6</sub>P<sub>6</sub>O<sub>18</sub>)
- Sodium phosphate (Na6(PO3)6)
- Sodium phosphate (Na6P6O18)
- Sodium phosphate (Na<sub>6</sub>(PO<sub>3</sub>)<sub>6</sub>)
- Sodium phosphate (Na<sub>6</sub>P<sub>6</sub>O<sub>18</sub>)
- Sodium phosphate (NaPO3)6
- Sodium phosphate (NaPO<sub>3</sub>)<sub>6</sub>
- Metaphosphoric acid (H6P6O18), hexasodium salt
