Silver Nitrate ER 25g Qualigens

About Silver Nitrate ER 25g Qualigens

• Silver nitrate is a colorless or white crystalline solid that turns black when exposed to light or organic material 
• It is soluble in water, glycerine, and hot alcohol 
• It is a natural compound that is used as an antiinfective agent 

• Skin care: Used topically to cauterize infected tissues, create scabs, and remove warts or skin tags
• Photography: Used in photographic films
• Laboratory: Used as a staining agent in protein visualization in PAGE gels and in scanning electron microscopy
• Silver plating: Used in silver plating
• Mirrors: Used in manufacturing mirrors
• Porcelain: Used in coloring porcelain
• Histology: Used as a stain in histology
• Organic synthesis: Used in deprotection and oxidation reactions

• Wear rubber gloves when using silver nitrate as it leaves a dark spot when it touches the skin compromise its stability, so ensure storage in a cool, dark place to preserve its 99% purity.