Jul 3 2013
Nanoparticles are small particles which can be engineered to have specific properties associated with shape, size, surface properties and chemistry.
This article discusses the properties and applications of calcium chloride nanoparticles.
Calcium is a block S, group 2, period 4 element. It is a reactive, non-toxic soft metal essential for living organisms. Calcium chloride acts as a typical ionic halide. Anhydrous calcium chloride must be stored in a tightly sealed air-tight container due to its hygroscopic nature.
Calcium nanoparticles have the potential to regulate calcium homeostasis and hence they can be used for tissue repair processes.
Chemical Properties
The chemical properties of calcium chloride nanoparticles are outlined in the following table.
| Chemical Data |
| Chemical symbol |
CaCl2 |
| CAS No. |
10043-52-4 |
| Group |
Calcium 2
Chlorine 17 |
| Electronic configuration |
Calcium [Ar] 4s2
Chlorine [Ne] 3s2 3p5 |
| Chemical Composition |
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Calcium, Ca |
36.11 |
| Chlorine, Cl |
63.88 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of calcium chloride nanoparticles are given in the following table.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Density |
2.15 g/cm3 |
0.0776 lb/in3 |
| Molar mass |
110.98 g/mol |
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Thermal Properties
The thermal properties of calcium chloride nanoparticles are provided in the table below.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Melting point |
772°C |
1422°F |
| Boiling point |
1935°C |
3515°F |
Applications
The key applications of calcium chloride nanoparticles are listed below:
- Imaging, biomedical and bioscience applications
- Coatings, plastics, nanowires and catalyst applications
- Wound healing.
Source: AZoNano