bismuth phosphomolybdate
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Bismuth phosphomolybdate is a chemical compound that serves as an effective catalyst. Specifically, it is used for the air oxidation of propylene and ammonia to produce acrylonitrile. Acrylonitrile is a key component in the manufacturing of acrylic fibers, paints, and plastics.1
Bismuth itself is a hard, brittle, and lustrous metal with a grayish-white color and a reddish tinge. It is the most metallic element in Group 15 of the periodic table. While bismuth has various uses in alloys and pharmaceuticals, its phosphomolybdate compound is notable for its catalytic properties in industrial chemical processes.1
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