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Lithium molybdate

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Lithium molybdate
Lithium molybdate
General
Other names
Molecular formula Li2MoO4
Molar mass 173.82 g/mol
Appearance white odorless powder
hygroscopic
CAS number [13568-40-6]
Properties
Density and phase 2.66 g/cm3, solid
Solubility in water very soluble
Melting point 705°C
Boiling point ?
Hazards
EU classification not listed
NFPA 704
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references

Lithium molybdate (Li2MoO4) is a chemical compound. It is mainly used as an inhibitor in some types of industral air conditioning.

Uses

Lithium molybdate is used as corrosion inhibitor in LiBr (Lithium bromide) absorption chiller for industrial central air conditioning. It is manufactured and shipped as either a colorless, transparent fluid or a white crystal powder. In either state it not classified as a hazardous material.

Hazards

Conditions/substances to avoid are: heat, flame, strong acids and strong bases.