Is Uranyl Nitrate Ionic?

About Uranyl Nitrate
The nitrate anion is a univalent (-1 charge) polyatomic ion composed of a single nitrogen atom ionically bound to three oxygen atoms (Formula: NO3) for a total formula weight of 62.05. Nitrate compounds are generally soluble in water.

How is uranyl nitrate made?

Uranyl nitrate can be prepared by reaction of uranium salts with nitric acid. It is soluble in water, ethanol, acetone. It is not a salt, but a molecular complex.

What is uranyl nitrate used for?

Uranyl acetate and uranyl nitrate are water-soluble uranium compounds and are often used as stains in electron microscopy.

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