Boric Acid Flake & Chunk – Laboratory Applications

Introduction

Boric acid (CAS: 10043-35-3) is a crystalline compound available in flake and chunk forms. Although commonly known in industry, in laboratories it is valued as a buffering agent, flame retardant, and reagent in material science research.

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Properties

ParameterValue
FormulaH3BO3
CAS10043-35-3
Molecular weight61.83 g/mol
AppearanceWhite crystalline flakes or chunks
SolubilitySoluble in water, ethanol

Laboratory Applications


Experiments & Tips

🧪 Experiment: Flame test with boric acid produces a distinct green flame, making it useful in spectroscopy classes.
💡 Tip: Use flakes for faster dissolution, chunks for long-term stability in solid storage.
💡 Fact: Boric acid was historically used to preserve food before refrigeration.


External links

➡ PubChem – Boric Acid
➡ ChemSpider – Boric Acid
➡ NIST WebBook – Boric Acid
 ChEBI – Boric Acid
➡ ECHA – Substance Info Boric Acid

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