Ruthenium tetroxide

Agent Name
Ruthenium tetroxide
CAS Number
20427-56-9
Formula
O4-Ru
Major Category
Metals
Ruthenium tetroxide formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Ruthenium tetraoxide; [ChemIDplus] Ruthenium(VIII) oxide; [Merck Index]
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
Golden-yellow solid; mp = 25.4 deg C; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Used as an oxidizing agent (similar to osmium tetroxide); [Merck Index]
Comments
Highly volatile and sublimes at room temperature; Vapors cause eye and respiratory tract irritation; [Merck Index] See "Ruthenium."
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