Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Benzoic acid, calcium salt (2:1) (CAS: 2090-05-3)?
Answer
Benzoic acid, calcium salt (2:1) is a white, crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 224.24 g/mol. It is sparingly soluble in water but soluble in ethanol. The salt is relatively stable and exhibits weak acidity. It reacts with bases to form benzoate salts and can undergo esterification reactions.
About
CAS No
2090-05-3
English Name
Benzoic acid, calcium salt (2:1)
Molecular Formula
C14H10CaO4
Molecular Weight
282.3 g/mol
SMILES
[O-]C(=O)c1ccccc1.[O-]C(=O)c1ccccc1.[Ca+2]
InChIKey
NSQPPSOSXWOZNH-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 07:31
