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Potassium Phosphate is an inorganic compound used as a laxative, dietary supplement and for electrolyte-replacement purposes. Phosphate, a predominant intracellular anion, plays an important role in energy storage, osteoblastic and osteoclastic activities, regulating serum calcium concentrations and numerous cellular phosphate-transfer reactions. Potassium phosphate increases fluidity of the intestinal contents by retention of water by osmotic forces, thereby indirectly inducing intestinal smooth muscle constriction.
Molar Weight | 212.27 g/mol |
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Melting Point | 1,380 °C |
Flash Point | Non-flammable |
Density | 2.564 g/cc |
Forms | Liquid, Powder (dry) |
Synonyms: Potassium phosphate, Tripotassium phosphate, Potassium phosphate tribasic, Tripotassium orthophosphate, Phosphoric acid, tripotassium salt, Potassium orthophosphate, Potassium phosphate, tribasic, Potassium phosphate, tribasic potassium phosphate
Chemical Formula: Anhydrous: K3PO4; Hydrated: K3PO4· nH2O (n = 1 or 3)
CAS Number: 7778-53-2