Sulfuric acid is a strong inorganic acid. It dissolves in water at any ratio. Its historical name, "oil of vitriol," was given by the 8th-century alchemist Jabir ibn Hayyan after he discovered the substance.
Technical specifications:
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Chemical formula: H₂SO₄.
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Molecular weight: 98.079 g/mol.
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State: Colorless, odorless, transparent liquid.
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Density: 1.8302 g/cm³ (liquid).
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Melting point: 10.31 °C (50.56 °F; 283.46 K).
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Boiling point: 337 °C (639 °F; 610 K).
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Vapor pressure: 0.001 mmHg (20 °C).
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Flash point: Not flammable.
Applications:
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In laboratories, sulfuric acid 95-97% is widely used as an analytical reagent.
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Sulfuric acid is a key chemical in various industrial processes, including the production of plastics, pigments, synthetic detergents, fertilizers, and pesticides.
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It is an important raw material for making explosives and producing sulfate salts for metal pickling before plating.
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Sulfuric acid is commonly used to prepare weaker acids, such as HCl and HNO₃.
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It is used in the manufacture of batteries.
Storage and usage:
It is widely used in laboratories, research centers, production facilities, and factories.
