CAS 10431-47-7

Potassium selenite

Description:

Potassium selenite, with the chemical formula K2SeO3 and CAS number 10431-47-7, is an inorganic compound that appears as a white crystalline solid. It is the potassium salt of selenous acid and is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications. Potassium selenite is known for its role in biological systems, particularly in trace amounts as a selenium source, which is essential for certain enzymes and antioxidant functions in living organisms. However, it is also recognized for its toxicity at higher concentrations, as selenium can be harmful to health. In laboratory settings, potassium selenite is utilized in analytical chemistry and as a reagent in various chemical syntheses. It can also be employed in the preparation of selenium-containing compounds. Due to its properties, it is important to handle potassium selenite with care, following appropriate safety protocols to mitigate exposure risks.

Formula: H₂O₃Se·2K

InChI: InChI=1S/2K.H2O3Se/c;;1-4(2)3/h;;(H2,1,2,3)

InChI key: InChIKey=GIXNEMNOYBLBNI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: [Se](=O)(O)O.[K]

Synonyms:

• Dipotassium Selenite
• Potassium selenite (K₂SeO₃)
• Potassiumselenitewhitepowder
• Selenious acid (H₂SeO₃), dipotassium salt
• Selenious acid, dipotassium salt
• Selenious acid, potassium salt (1:2)
• Selenious acid (H2SeO3), dipotassium salt
• Potassium selenite (K2SeO3)

Potassium selenite

CAS: 10431-47-7

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Formula: K₂O₃Se

Molecular weight: 205.17

Ref: 02-039436

Potassium selenite

CAS: 10431-47-7

Potassium selenite

Formula: K₂SeO₃

Color and Shape: white pwdr.

Molecular weight: 205.16

Ref: 08-93-1971