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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
Pt
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
195.08
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12141734
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23
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Quality Level
assay
99.995% trace metals basis
form
powder
resistivity
10.6 μΩ-cm, 20°C
bp
3827 °C (lit.)
mp
1772 °C (lit.)
density
21.45 g/cm3 (lit.)
SMILES string
[Pt]
InChI
1S/Pt
InChI key
BASFCYQUMIYNBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
General description
Platinum is a noble metal known for its exceptional chemical stability, high melting point, and excellent catalytic properties. Its unique properties make it ideal for various applications, including catalytic converters in the automotive industry, where it helps reduce harmful emissions, and in the electronics sector, where it is used in high-performance connectors and electrodes. Additionally, platinum′s biocompatibility makes it suitable for medical devices, such as pacemakers and dental materials. It can also be used in hydrogen fuel cells, showcasing its potential in the renewable energy sector.
Application
- Towards a comprehensive understanding of platinum dissolution in acidic media: This study explores the dissolution behavior of platinum in acidic conditions, offering insights important for material scientists working on catalyst design and durability (Topalov et al., 2014).
- Platinum-based drugs for cancer therapy and anti-tumor strategies: This article discusses the development and mechanisms of platinum-based chemotherapy agents, critical for drug discovery chemists focusing on cancer treatment (Zhang et al., 2022).
- Mastering the surface strain of platinum catalysts for efficient electrocatalysis: This research delves into the manipulation of surface strain in platinum catalysts to enhance their efficiency, pertinent for material science applications in energy conversion (He et al., 2021).
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Danger
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Hazard Classifications
Flam. Sol. 1
Storage Class
4.1B - Flammable solid hazardous materials
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flash_point_f
Not applicable
flash_point_c
Not applicable
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