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barium chloride

chemical compound
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Barium chloride (BaCl2) is a chemical compound composed of barium and chlorine. It appears as colorless crystals that dissolve in water.1

Barium chloride is utilized in heat-treating baths and as a laboratory reagent for precipitating soluble sulfates.1

It's important to note that all soluble barium compounds are toxic to mammals, likely due to their interference with potassium ion channels.1

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  2. barium chromate

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