Compounds by Element Classes
The classification of metal compounds based on elements is mainly based on the groups (main and sub groups) in the periodic table and specific metal elements.
Compounds by Element Classes
The classification of metal compounds based on elements is mainly based on the groups (main and sub groups) in the periodic table and specific metal elements.
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Typical Metal Compounds
Aluminum compounds are a class of chemical substances whose main components are compounds of aluminum and other non-metallic elements. Aluminum compounds are widely used in industry for the production and processing of materials. Among them, aluminum oxide is one of the most common aluminum compounds. It has the characteristics of high melting point, high temperature resistance, and corrosion resistance, so it is used as a raw material for materials such as ceramics, glass, and cement. In addition, aluminum phosphate is a common inorganic gelling agent, which is often used in the curing process of materials such as cement and ceramics. Aluminum compounds are also used as raw materials for abrasive materials such as abrasives and sandpaper. These materials have important applications in metal processing, glass processing and other fields.
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Transition Metal Compounds
Cadmium is a heavy metal whose compounds have certain applications in industry, agriculture and scientific research. The following are the main functions and applications of cadmium compounds: 1. Industrial application Battery manufacturing: Cadmium is widely used in nickel-cadmium batteries (NiCd batteries). It has good charging performance and stable voltage. It is a common battery material in portable devices (such as wireless phones and digital cameras). Paints and pigments: Cadmium compounds (such as cadmium red and cadmium yellow) are used to make paints and pigments. Because of their bright colors and light and heat resistance, they are suitable for artistic paints and industrial coatings. 2. Catalyst chemical reaction catalysis: Certain cadmium compounds can be used as catalysts in organic synthesis processes to promote specific chemical reactions. 3. Optical materials Photosensitive materials: Cadmium selenide (CdSe) is an important semiconductor material used in the manufacture of photovoltaic cells, lasers and light-emitting diodes (LEDs).
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Semimetal Compounds
Antimony catalysts have a wide range of applications in organic synthesis. For example, antimony triformate can be used as an oxidant and acid catalyst for the synthesis of organic compounds. Antimony compounds can also catalyze the oxidation of alcohols and ketones, as well as some carbon-carbon bond formation reactions, such as nucleophilic substitution reactions. In addition, antimony catalysts also play an important role in some electrochemical reactions. For example, antimony compounds can be used as antimony hydroxide as a cathode catalyst in lithium-ion batteries. In addition, antimony catalysts can also be used in reactions such as electrochemical water splitting and carbon dioxide reduction.