Gallium
Gallium is a silvery liquid that is soft at room temperature. It is corrosive to Aluminum. If the substance is exposed to a high amount of heat it mat emit toxic fumes.
| Formula | Ga |
|---|---|
| Hazards |   |
| Molecular Weight | 69.723 g/mol |
| Boiling point | 2400ºC |
| Melting point | 29.78ºC |
| Solubility | Soluble in acid |
| PubChem CID | 5360835 |
Uses
Used as a semiconductor and in high temperature thermometers.
Safety
| Pictograms | |
|---|---|
| Signal | DANGER |
| Statements | WARNING Corrosive to Metals WARNING Acute toxicity, oral DANGER Skin corrosion/irritation Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard |
Fire and Explosion Hazards
Gallium is not combustible. Runoff may pollute waterways.
Hazards Summary
- Toxic by ingestion
- Corrosive to skin and eyes
- Corrosive to Aluminum
- May form corrosive alkaline solution in Water
- Vapours can be irritating to the respiratory system