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Copper(I) oxide (CAT: M050153) is a red to reddish-brown crystalline solid and a well-known p-type semiconductor with diverse applications across materials science and industry. It is commonly used in antifouling paints, glass and ceramic coloration, and as a catalyst in organic and electrochemical reactions. Due to its narrow bandgap and photoconductive properties, Cu₂O is extensively researched for use in solar cells, gas sensors, and photocatalysis. It also exhibits antimicrobial activity, making it useful in coatings and medical materials. As a stable, low-cost, and environmentally friendly compound, copper(I) oxide continues to play a significant role in sustainable technology development.
| CAS Number | 1317-39-1 |
| Molecular Formula | Cu2O |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Storage | -20°C |
| IUPAC Name | copper(1+);oxygen(2-) |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2Cu.O/q2*+1;-2 |
| InChIKey | KRFJLUBVMFXRPN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | [O-2].[Cu+].[Cu+] |
| Chemistry Calculators | Dilution Calculator In vivo Formulation Calculator Molarity Calculator Molecular Weight Calculator Reconstitution Calculator |
