Zinc phosphate
Zinc phosphate is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is Zn3(PO4)2. It contains zinc and phosphate ions.
Properties
[change | change source]Zinc phosphate is a white solid. It does not dissolve in water. It can react with strong acids to make phosphoric acid and a zinc salt.
Preparation
[change | change source]It can be made by reacting zinc with phosphoric acid. It is normally made by reacting zinc oxide and magnesium oxide with a mixture of phosphoric acid, water, and a buffer.
Uses
[change | change source]It is used as a cement in dentistry. It rarely is found as a mineral.