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== Aluminium Phosphate ==
[[File:Fosfore_nan_hlinit_.PNG|thumb|right|Aluminium phosphate structure]]
'''Aluminium phosphate''' is a chemical compound with the formula AlPO_. It is a white, crystalline solid that is commonly found in nature as the mineral [[Berlinite]]. Aluminium phosphate is used in a variety of applications, including as a catalyst, in ceramics, and in the production of certain pharmaceuticals.
'''Aluminium phosphate''' is a chemical compound with the formula AlPO_. It is a white, crystalline solid that is commonly found in nature as the mineral [[Berlinite]]. Aluminium phosphate is used in a variety of applications, including as a catalyst, in ceramics, and in the production of certain pharmaceuticals.


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== Aluminium phosphate gallery ==
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File:Fosforečnan hlinitý.PNG|Fosforečnan hlinitý
File:Aluminium-3D-vdW.png|Aluminium 3D vdW
File:Phosphate-3D-vdW.png|Phosphate 3D vdW
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Latest revision as of 05:23, 3 March 2025

Aluminium phosphate is a chemical compound with the formula AlPO_. It is a white, crystalline solid that is commonly found in nature as the mineral Berlinite. Aluminium phosphate is used in a variety of applications, including as a catalyst, in ceramics, and in the production of certain pharmaceuticals.

Structure[edit]

Aluminium phosphate has a structure similar to that of quartz, with each aluminium atom surrounded by four oxygen atoms in a tetrahedral arrangement. The phosphate groups are also tetrahedrally coordinated, leading to a three-dimensional network structure. This structure is responsible for the compound's stability and its high melting point.

Properties[edit]

Aluminium phosphate is insoluble in water but soluble in acids. It has a high melting point of about 1,800 °C. The compound is known for its thermal stability and resistance to chemical attack, making it useful in high-temperature applications.

Applications[edit]

Catalysis[edit]

Aluminium phosphate is used as a catalyst in various chemical reactions, particularly in the petrochemical industry. It is effective in the dehydration of alcohols and the isomerization of alkenes.

Ceramics[edit]

In the ceramics industry, aluminium phosphate is used as a binder and a refractory material. It helps to improve the mechanical strength and thermal stability of ceramic products.

Pharmaceuticals[edit]

Aluminium phosphate is used in the pharmaceutical industry as an antacid. It helps to neutralize stomach acid and is used in the treatment of conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Related Compounds[edit]

Aluminium phosphate is related to other aluminium compounds such as aluminium oxide and aluminium hydroxide. These compounds share similar properties and are used in various industrial and medical applications.

Related Pages[edit]

Aluminium phosphate gallery[edit]