Zinc oxide

Zinc oxide

ZnO A bitter-tasting, white to grey powder that is insoluble in water, soluble in alkalies and acids; melts at 1978_C; used as a pigment, moldgrowth inhibitor, and dietary supplement, and in cosmetics, electronics, and colour photography. Also known as philosopher’s wool.

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