Mercury(I) sulfate facts for kids
Mercury(I) sulfate, also known as mercurous sulfate, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is Hg2SO4. This compound contains mercury and sulfate ions. The mercury in this compound is in a special state called its +1 oxidation state.
What It Looks Like and Does
Mercury(I) sulfate is a solid that looks like a whitish-yellow powder. It does not mix or dissolve in water, which means it is insoluble. However, it can dissolve in a weak solution of nitric acid.
How It's Made
Scientists can make mercury(I) sulfate in a couple of ways. One way is by dissolving a large amount of mercury metal in strong sulfuric acid. Another method involves reacting mercury(I) nitrate with any sulfate compound or with sulfuric acid.
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