Flashcards: Fundamentals of Aluminum and Boron Compounds — 20 cartões

Al2O3 — definition?

Corundum, a crystalline aluminum oxide.

Cryolite — role?

Flux in aluminum electrolysis.

MgAl2O4 — use?

Jewelry and durable gemstones.

Beryl — composition?

Aluminum beryllium silicate mineral.

Corundum — hardness?

9 on Mohs scale.

Spinel — chemical formula?

MgAl2O4.

Beryl varieties?

Emerald and aquamarine.

Al(OH)3 — application?

Antacids and fire retardants.

AlCl3 — function?

Catalyst in organic reactions.

Boric acid — use?

Disinfectant and antiseptic.

Borax — industrial role?

Flux, water softener, ceramic glaze.

Boron nitride — properties?

Extremely hard, thermally stable.

Corundum gemstone?

Sapphires and rubies.

Spinel — gemstone?

Vibrant, durable jewelry stone.

Beryl — industrial use?

Aerospace and electrical insulators.

Aluminum compounds — applications?

Abrasives, gemstones, catalysts, medicine.

Boron compounds — key?

Versatile in industry, medicine, energy.

Corundum vs spinel — difference?

Corundum is Al₂O₃; spinel is MgAl₂O₄.

Beryl — gemstone colors?

Green (emerald), blue-green (aquamarine).

Aluminum hydroxide — medical?

Treats indigestion, diarrhea.