- Production:
- Zinc chloride is obtained by the reaction of zinc metal with hydrochloric acid.
Applications:
- Chemical Industry: Zinc chloride is used as a catalyst in the chemical industry and in metal processing and galvanizing.
- Battery Production: It is used in the electrolytes of some types of batteries
Zinc Chloride Properties:
- Chemical Formula: ZnCl₂
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 136.29 g/mol
- Physical State: White crystalline powder or granules
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- Hazard Symbols: Contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation