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Calcium bromide is a white crystalline solid with high water solubility. It is primarily used in drilling fluids for the oil and gas industry as a dense aqueous solution to control wellbore pressure and prevent blowouts. Additionally, it finds application in pharmaceuticals, photography, and as a food additive. Its hygroscopic nature and compatibility with other materials make it valuable in various industrial processes.
Catalog Number | R071171 |
CAS Number | 7789-41-5 |
Synonyms | CaBr2, Calcium bromide |
Molecular Formula | CaBr2 |
Purity | ≥95% |
Storage | RT |
IUPAC Name | calcium;dibromide |
InChI | InChI=1S/2BrH.Ca/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2 |
InChIKey | WGEFECGEFUFIQW-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
SMILES | [Ca+2].[Br-].[Br-] |