Nickel(II) carbonate facts for kids
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Nickel(II) carbonate, also known as nickelous carbonate, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is NiCO3. It contains nickel in its +2 oxidation state. It also contains carbonate ions.
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Properties
Nickel(II) carbonate is a pale green solid. It does not dissolve in water. It reacts with acids to make carbon dioxide. It turns into carbon dioxide and nickel(II) oxide when heated.
Preparation
It is made by reacting sodium carbonate with nickel(II) chloride or nickel(II) sulfate.
Uses
It is used in pigments and catalysts that have nickel in them.
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