Aluminum Oxide (Al2O3)-Powder

Alumina, commonly known as aluminium oxide (Al2O3), is an inert, odourless, white amorphous material often used in industrial ceramics. Due to its outstanding properties, alumina has contributed to a significant number of life-extending and society-enhancing applications. It is widely used in the medical field and modern warfare.

Properties

Chemical formula:Al₂O₃

Molar mass:101.960 g·mol⁻¹

Appearance:white solid

Odor:odorless

Density:3.987g/cm³

Melting point:2,072 °C (3,762 °F; 2,345 K)

Boiling point:2,977 °C (5,391 °F; 3,250 K)

Solubility in water:insoluble

Solubility:insoluble in diethyl ether practically insoluble in ethanol

Application

Used as analytical reagent, organic solvent dehydration, adsorbent, organic reaction catalyst, grinding agent, polishing agent, smelting aluminum raw materials, refractory.