Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Calcium Oxide Lump AR
Quantity/Pack Size – 500 gm
Form – Lump
Grade – AR (Analytical Reagent)
Application – Desiccant, Basic Reagent, Chemical Synthesis
Product Overview
Calcium Oxide (CaO), commonly known as quicklime, is a highly versatile inorganic compound. Our Calcium Oxide Lump AR (Analytical Reagent) grade offers exceptional purity, making it indispensable for a wide array of demanding laboratory procedures. This premium grade ensures minimal impurities, which is crucial for achieving accurate and reliable results in sensitive analytical and synthetic applications. Its consistent composition provides a stable and predictable reactant for your experiments.
The characteristic lump form provides ease of handling and controlled dissolution, which is often preferred in specific experimental setups where gradual release or specific surface area properties are desired. Calcium Oxide is renowned for its strong basic properties, making it an excellent agent for pH regulation and neutralization reactions. Furthermore, it exhibits potent desiccant capabilities, effectively absorbing moisture from its surroundings. This makes it a critical component in maintaining anhydrous conditions for various chemical reactions, protecting moisture-sensitive compounds, and in drying solvents and gases.
eqipped is committed to supplying only the highest standard of laboratory chemicals. Our Calcium Oxide Lump AR is rigorously tested to meet stringent quality control specifications, ensuring consistency and performance batch after batch. It is an essential chemical for general laboratory practices, providing a reliable foundation for foundational chemical reactions, pH adjustments, and as a raw material in advanced chemical synthesis processes. Trust in the purity and performance of our Calcium Oxide to elevate the integrity of your experimental work. We ensure that every product delivered supports the precision and success of your scientific endeavors, empowering researchers, students, and educators with reliable chemicals for their discoveries.
2. Can this Calcium Oxide be used for desiccation purposes?
Yes, Calcium Oxide is a very effective desiccant, widely used to absorb moisture and maintain anhydrous conditions in various laboratory and industrial settings.
3. What is the recommended storage for Calcium Oxide Lump AR?
It should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from moisture and acids, to prevent degradation.
4. Are there any safety precautions to consider when handling Calcium Oxide?
Due to its highly basic nature, it is corrosive. Always use appropriate personal protective equipment, including gloves, eye protection, and a lab coat, and handle in a fume hood.
5. What are the primary applications of Calcium Oxide in a lab?
Its primary applications include use as a strong basic reagent, a potent desiccant, in chemical synthesis, and for pH adjustment in various experimental procedures.
FAQs
1. What is the purity level of Calcium Oxide Lump AR?
Calcium Oxide Lump AR (Analytical Reagent) signifies a high-purity grade suitable for critical laboratory applications where minimal impurities are required for accurate results.
