Silver Oxide Type (II)

Silver Oxide Type (II)

Silver oxide type (II) refers specifically to one compound: Silver(II) oxide, also known as silver dioxide or argentous oxide.

Chemical Formula: Ag2O

CAS Number: 20667-12-3

Appearance:  Black or dark brown powder.

Uses:

• Battery Production: It is used in some silver oxide-zinc batteries, but largely replaced by more efficient and stable battery technologies.

• Chemical Catalyst: Limited use as a catalyst in some chemical reactions for preparing other silver compounds.

• Photography: It is used in the development and printing of black-and-white photographs as a component in developer solutions.

Industry and Common Applications:

• Pharmaceuticals: It exhibits antimicrobial properties and can be used in medical applications as an antimicrobial agent or disinfectant.

• Analytical Chemistry: Silver oxide can be used as an analytical reagent and standard in chemical analysis, laboratory tests, and research experiments.

• Electronics and Semiconductor Industry: It is applied in the production of semiconductors, integrated circuits, and other electronic components.