Potassium phosphate is used as a buffer for the determination of pH. It is also used in pharmaceutical production, urinary acidifier, paper processing, nutrient solutions and yeast foods.
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Applications
Potassium phosphate is used as a buffer for the determination of pH. It is also used in pharmaceutical production, urinary acidifier, paper processing, nutrient solutions and yeast foods.
Solubility
Miscible with water. Immiscible with alcohol.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
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