Description
Barium phosphate is a chemical compound composed of barium ions (Ba²⁺) and phosphate ions (PO4³⁻). It is a white crystalline solid that is insoluble in water. The notation “Ba²⁺ 55%” indicates that the compound contains barium ions at a concentration of 55% by weight. Barium phosphate is used in various applications, including as a ceramic pigment, in the manufacturing of specialty glasses, and as a component in phosphors for cathode-ray tubes and fluorescent lamps.