Bismuth phosphate

Agent Name
Bismuth phosphate
CAS Number
10049-01-1
Formula
Bi.H3-O4-P
Major Category
Metals
Bismuth phosphate formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Bismuth orthophosphate; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Phosphates, Metallic Salts
Description
Odorless solid; Does not melt when heated; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Used in the separation of plutonium from fission products, to make optical flint glass, and as therapeutic antacid and protectant; [Merck Index] "Used in treatment of renal cysts." [ChemIDplus]
Comments
See "Bismuth."
Biomedical References
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