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Copper Chromite[edit]

Copper chromite is an inorganic compound with the formula Cu₂Cr₂O₅. It is a black solid that is used as a catalyst in various chemical reactions. Copper chromite is known for its role in the hydrogenation of organic compounds and in the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide.

Structure[edit]

Copper chromite adopts a spinel structure, which is a common structure for mixed metal oxides. In this structure, the copper and chromium ions are distributed over the octahedral and tetrahedral sites in the oxide lattice. The spinel structure is characterized by its robustness and stability, which contributes to the effectiveness of copper chromite as a catalyst.

Preparation[edit]

Copper chromite can be prepared by the thermal decomposition of copper ammonium chromate. The process involves heating the precursor compound, which decomposes to form copper chromite and releases gases such as ammonia and water vapor. The resulting copper chromite is typically a fine black powder.

Applications[edit]

Copper chromite is widely used as a catalyst in the hydrogenation of organic compounds. It is particularly effective in the hydrogenation of esters to alcohols and in the reduction of nitro compounds to amines. Additionally, copper chromite is used in the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide, where it acts to catalyze the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen.

Chemical reaction catalyzed by copper chromite.

Related Compounds[edit]

Copper chromite is related to other mixed metal oxides that also adopt the spinel structure. These include compounds such as cobalt chromite and nickel chromite, which have similar catalytic properties and are used in various industrial applications.

Safety and Handling[edit]

Copper chromite, like many chromium-containing compounds, should be handled with care. It is important to avoid inhalation of dust and to use appropriate personal protective equipment when handling the compound. Disposal of copper chromite should be conducted in accordance with local environmental regulations.

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-{{Short description|A chemical compound used as a catalyst in various industrial processes}}
+= Copper Chromite =
-'''Copper chromite''' is a chemical compound with the formula Cu<sub>2</sub>Cr<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub>. It is a black solid that is used as a catalyst in a variety of industrial applications, particularly in the hydrogenation of organic compounds.
+[[File:Spinel.GIF|thumb|right|200px|Spinel structure of copper chromite.]]
-==Chemical Properties==
+'''Copper chromite''' is an inorganic compound with the formula Cu<sub>2</sub>Cr<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub>. It is a black solid that is used as a catalyst in various chemical reactions. Copper chromite is known for its role in the hydrogenation of organic compounds and in the decomposition of [[hydrogen peroxide]].
-Copper chromite is composed of copper and chromium oxides. The compound is typically prepared by the thermal decomposition of copper chromate or by the reaction of copper oxide with chromium oxide. It is known for its stability and effectiveness as a catalyst.
-==Applications==
+== Structure ==
-Copper chromite is widely used in the [[chemical industry]] due to its catalytic properties. Some of its primary applications include:
+Copper chromite adopts a [[spinel]] structure, which is a common structure for mixed metal oxides. In this structure, the copper and chromium ions are distributed over the octahedral and tetrahedral sites in the oxide lattice. The spinel structure is characterized by its robustness and stability, which contributes to the effectiveness of copper chromite as a catalyst.
-===Hydrogenation Reactions===
+== Preparation ==
-Copper chromite is an effective catalyst for the hydrogenation of [[organic compounds]], such as the conversion of [[aldehydes]] and [[ketones]] to [[alcohols]]. This process is crucial in the production of various [[pharmaceuticals]] and [[fine chemicals]].
+Copper chromite can be prepared by the thermal decomposition of copper ammonium chromate. The process involves heating the precursor compound, which decomposes to form copper chromite and releases gases such as ammonia and water vapor. The resulting copper chromite is typically a fine black powder.
-===Dehydrogenation Reactions===
+== Applications ==
-In addition to hydrogenation, copper chromite is also used in dehydrogenation reactions, where it facilitates the removal of hydrogen from organic molecules. This is important in the production of [[olefins]] and other unsaturated compounds.
+Copper chromite is widely used as a catalyst in the [[hydrogenation]] of organic compounds. It is particularly effective in the hydrogenation of esters to alcohols and in the reduction of nitro compounds to amines. Additionally, copper chromite is used in the decomposition of [[hydrogen peroxide]], where it acts to catalyze the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen.
-===Other Industrial Uses===
+[[File:Me2sabacateTocycloC10diol.svg|thumb|left|200px|Chemical reaction catalyzed by copper chromite.]]
-Copper chromite is also employed in the synthesis of [[methanol]] from [[carbon monoxide]] and [[hydrogen]], as well as in the production of [[synthetic fuels]].
-==Preparation==
+== Related Compounds ==
-Copper chromite can be prepared by several methods, including:
+Copper chromite is related to other mixed metal oxides that also adopt the spinel structure. These include compounds such as [[cobalt chromite]] and [[nickel chromite]], which have similar catalytic properties and are used in various industrial applications.
-* '''Thermal Decomposition''': Heating copper chromate at high temperatures to decompose it into copper chromite and oxygen.
+== Safety and Handling ==
-* '''Solid-State Reaction''': Mixing copper oxide and chromium oxide and heating the mixture to form copper chromite.
+Copper chromite, like many chromium-containing compounds, should be handled with care. It is important to avoid inhalation of dust and to use appropriate personal protective equipment when handling the compound. Disposal of copper chromite should be conducted in accordance with local environmental regulations.
-==Safety and Handling==
+== Related Pages ==
-Copper chromite is generally considered to be stable and non-flammable. However, it should be handled with care, as with all chemical compounds. Proper [[safety equipment]] such as gloves and goggles should be used when handling copper chromite to avoid skin and eye contact.
+* [[Spinel]]
+* [[Hydrogenation]]
-==Related Pages==
 * [[Catalysis]]
-* [[Hydrogenation]]
+* [[Chromium compounds]]
-* [[Dehydrogenation]]
-* [[Copper oxide]]
-* [[Chromium oxide]]
-==Gallery==
+{{Inorganic-compound-stub}}
-[[File:Copper_chromite_structure.png|thumb|right|250px|Structure of copper chromite]]
-[[File:Hydrogenation_process.png|thumb|left|250px|Diagram of a hydrogenation process using copper chromite as a catalyst]]
-[[Category:Chemical compounds]]
 [[Category:Catalysts]]
 [[Category:Copper compounds]]
 [[Category:Chromium compounds]]

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