Calcium hydride
Chemical compound
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Calcium hydride is the chemical compound with the formula CaH₂, an alkaline earth hydride. This grey powder reacts vigorously with water liberating hydrogen gas. CaH₂ is thus used as a drying agent, i.e. a desiccant.
CaH₂ is a saline hydride,... Wikipedia
Molar mass: 42.094 g/mol
Formula: CaH2
Density: 1.7 g/cm³
Melting point: 1,501°F (816°C)
Solubility: reacts in alcohol
3D model (JSmol): Interactive image
Appearance: gray powder (white when pure)
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