Chemistry CHEM S-101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Potassium Hydrogen Phthalate, Potassium Iodate, Iodate

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It is hygroscopic, meaning that it has a tendency to absorb moisture from the air. It also exists as the monohydrate (na2co3 h2o) and as the decahydrate (na2co3 10h2o), each with slightly different physical properties from those of the anhydrous salt. Inhalation of this chemical can lead to adverse effects such as respiratory tract irritation, coughing, shortness of breath, and pulmonary edema. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Compound formula: c8h5ko4, molecular weight: 204. 22, melting point: 295-300 c, density: 1. 636 g/cm3, solubility in water: 80 g/l (20 c), exact mass and monoisotopic mass: 203. 98249: potassium hydrogen iodate acts as an oxidizing agent. Further, it serves as an intermediate for the synthesis of potassium iodate and also used as an analysis reagent. Skin: may cause severe irritation and possible burns. Ingestion: may cause burns to the gastrointestinal tract. May cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, possibly with blood.