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Calcium Hydride

CAS #: 7789-78-8
Linear Formula:
CaH2
MDL Number
MFCD00010897
EC No.:
232-189-2

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Calcium Hydride Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula CaH2
Molecular Weight 42.09
Appearance White to gray powder
Melting Point ~600 °C (lit)
Boiling Point N/A
Density N/A
Solubility in H2O Reacts violently
Exact Mass 41.978241
Monoisotopic Mass 41.978241 Da

Calcium Hydride Health & Safety Information

Signal Word Warning
Hazard Statements H260
Hazard Codes F
Precautionary Statements P223-P231+P232-P370+P378
Risk Codes 15
Safety Statements 24/25-43-7/8
RTECS Number N/A
Transport Information UN 1404 4.3/PG I
WGK Germany 1
GHS Pictogram
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Flammable - GHS02

About Calcium Hydride

Calcium Hydride is generally immediately available in most volumes. American Elements offers a broad range of products for hydrogen storage research, advanced fuel cells and battery applications. Hydrogen can easily be generated from renewable energy sources and is the most abundant element in the universe. Hydrogen is produced from various sources such as fossil fuels, water and renewables. Hydrogen is nonpolluting and forms water as a harmless byproduct during use. The challenges associated with the use of hydrogen as a form of energy include developing safe, compact, reliable, and cost-effective hydrogen storage and delivery technologies. Currently, hydrogen can be stored in these three forms: Compressed Hydrogen, Liquid Hydrogen and Chemical Storage. High purity, submicron and nanopowder forms may be considered. Hydride compounds are used often used as portable sources of hydrogen gas. American Elements produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia) and follows applicable ASTM testing standards. Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Synonyms

Calcium(II) hydride, Calcium(2+) dihydride, Hydrolith

Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula CaH2
Pubchem CID 105052
MDL Number MFCD00010897
EC No. 232-189-2
IUPAC Name calcium hydride
Beilstein/Reaxys No. N/A
SMILES [H-].[H-].[Ca+2]
InchI Identifier InChI=1S/Ca.2H/q+2;2*-1
InchI Key UUGAXJGDKREHIO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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Packaging Specifications

Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes, and 36,000 lb. tanker trucks.

Related Elements

See more Calcium products. Calcium (atomic symbol: Ca, atomic number: 20) is a Block S, Group 2, Period 4 element with an atomic weight of 40.078. The number of electrons in each of Calcium's shells is [2, 8, 8, 2] and its electron configuration is [Ar]4s2. Calcium Bohr ModelThe calcium atom has a radius of 197 pm and a Van der Waals radius of 231 pm. Calcium was discovered and first isolated by Sir Humphrey Davy in 1808. It is the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust and can be found in minerals such as dolomite, gypsum, plagioclases, amphiboles, pyroxenes and garnets. In its elemental form, calcium has a dull gray-silver appearance. Calcium is a reactive, soft metal that is a member of the alkaline earth elements. Elemental CalciumIt frequently serves as an alloying agent for other metals like aluminum and beryllium, and industrial materials like cement and mortar are composed of calcium compounds like calcium carbonate. It is also an biologically essential substance found in teeth, bones, and shells. The name "calcium" originates from the Latin word "calics," meaning lime.