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##### CAS Number

7761-88-8















##### Grade

ACS USP















##### Packaging

Bottle







































Silver nitrate (AgNO3) is a chemical compound composed of silver, nitrogen, and oxygen. It is a highly soluble, colorless to white crystalline solid at room temperature. Silver nitrate is a versatile compound with applications in different industries.
**Appearance:** A white, crystalline powder or solid.
**Uses:**
**Chemical Reagent:** Silver nitrate is widely used as a chemical reagent in laboratory experiments and chemical synthesis. It is employed in reactions, such as the detection of halide ions (chloride, bromide, iodide) in solution, precipitation reactions, and coordination chemistry.
**Precursor:** Silver nitrate serves as a precursor in the synthesis of silver compounds and nanomaterials.
**Antiseptic:** Silver nitrate solutions are used as a topical antiseptic to prevent infection in minor burns, cuts, and wounds. It has bactericidal properties that help kill bacteria.







































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