Ammonium Persulfate Chemical

Ammonium Persulfatee is a chemical compound with the formula (NH4)2S2O8\text{(NH}_4\text{)}_2\text{S}_2\text{O}_8(NH4​)2​S2​O8​. It is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water and often used as a powerful oxidizing agent in various industrial and laboratory applications. Here are the key characteristics and uses of ammonium persulfate:

Chemical Structure and Properties:

• Molecular formula: (NH4)2S2O8\text{(NH}_4\text{)}_2\text{S}_2\text{O}_8(NH4​)2​S2​O8​
• Molar mass: 228.2 g/mol
• Appearance: White, crystalline powder
• Solubility: Soluble in water, producing a solution that is acidic
• Stability: It is stable when stored in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated environment but decomposes when exposed to heat or light.
• Decomposition: Upon heating or in the presence of reducing agents, it decomposes to release oxygen, making it useful in applications where oxygen is required.