Lead nitrate (Pb(NO3)2) is an inorganic ceramic compound and soluble salt used primarily in specialized chemical and materials processing applications rather than as a structural material. Its main industrial uses include X-ray optics and scintillator production, analytical chemistry reagents, and historical applications in explosives and pyrotechnics; it is notably valued for its high density and radiation-absorbing properties in radiation shielding contexts, though its use is declining due to environmental and toxicity concerns driving substitution with non-lead alternatives in many applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5204 | eV/atom | — |