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651 B
Markdown
24 lines
651 B
Markdown
## Sodium Perchlorate
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**Formula**
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$NaClO4$
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**Pyrotechnics use**
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**Synonyms**
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**Description**
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Sodium perchlorate is hardly ever used in pyrotechnics, since it is very hygroscopic. It finds occasional use in composite rocket propellants. It is however very usefull as a starting point in the preparation of several other (less hygroscopic) perchlorates for which reason it is included here.
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**Sources**
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Sodium perchlorate can be prepared at home. It involves electrolysing a sodium chloride solution under certain circumstances.
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**Hazards**
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Sodium perchlorate is toxic, and breathing protection should be worn when handling fine powder.
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