Ruthenium dioxide

Catalog Number	ACM12036101-4
CAS	12036-10-1
Structure
Synonyms	Dioxoruthenium
IUPAC Name	dioxoruthenium;
Molecular Weight	133.1
Molecular Formula	O2Ru
Canonical SMILES	O=[Ru]=O
InChI	InChI=1S/2O.Ru
InChI Key	WOCIAKWEIIZHES-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting Point	1200 °C
Purity	98%
Appearance	Dark blue crystal
Application	Ruthenium dioxide is one of the primary oxygen catalysts used in a majority of chemical reactions such as the production of chlorine oxides. Ruthenium (IV) oxide is applied as an electrochemical supercapacitor agent as it has a high potential to store charge. Ruthenium dioxide is applied as a catalyst in the Deacon process where chlorine is produced through oxidation of hydrogen chloride. The high charge potential makes Ruthenium dioxide appropriate for use as an active agent in supercapacitors. The dispersion aspect of Ruthenium dioxide enhances the capacitance of nanocomposite electrode substances for supercapacitors. Ruthenium dioxide is widely used as a doping agent, as a catalyst, and as a coating material for titanium anodes, for the elimination of hydrogen sulfide from oil refineries. Hydrogen sulfide can be divided by light in the presence of a photocatalyst-containing CdS crystals doped with Ruthenium (IV) oxide. The hydrogen obtained could be essential in the synthesis of methanol, ammonia and potentially fuel an economy driven by hydrogen.
Complexity	18.3
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count	1
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count	0
EC Number	234-840-6
Exact Mass	133.89417
Heavy Atom Count	3
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Monoisotopic Mass	133.89417
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Topological Polar Surface Area	34.1 Ų

Q&A

What is the chemical formula of Ruthenium dioxide?

The chemical formula of Ruthenium dioxide is O2Ru.

What is the melting point of Ruthenium dioxide?

The melting point of Ruthenium dioxide is 1200°C.

What is the color of Ruthenium dioxide?

The color of Ruthenium dioxide is black.

What are some synonyms for Ruthenium dioxide?

Some synonyms for Ruthenium dioxide include Ruthenium(IV) oxide, Ruthenium(IV) oxide anhydrous, and Ruthenium oxide.

What is the specific gravity of Ruthenium dioxide?

The specific gravity of Ruthenium dioxide is 6.97.

What is the form of Ruthenium dioxide?

Ruthenium dioxide is in powder form.

What are some common applications of Ruthenium dioxide?

Ruthenium dioxide is used as an electro-catalyst, in supercapacitors, in the production of chlorine oxides, and as a doping agent.

How is Ruthenium dioxide prepared as a film?

Ruthenium dioxide can be prepared as a film through electroplating, chemical vapor deposition, or by heating or pyrolysis of Ruthenium halides.

What are the hazard statements associated with Ruthenium dioxide?

Ruthenium dioxide is a strong oxidizing agent and may cause explosions, fire, acute eye irritation, and acute toxicity if ingested.

What is the safety classification of Ruthenium dioxide in Germany?

Ruthenium dioxide has a WGK (Water Hazard Class) of 2 in Germany.