Selenium Derivatives
Phosphomolybdic Acid
Phosphomolybdic acid, also known as dodeca molybdophosphoric acid or PMA is a component of Masson's trichrome stain. Phosphomolybdic acid is a yellow-green compound, freely soluble in water and polar organic solvents such as ethanol. Phosphomolybdic acid is used as a reagent in thin layer chromatography for staining phenolics, hydrocarbon waxes, alkaloids and steroids.
Product | Phosphomolybdic Acid |
Structural formula | |
CAS No. | 12026-57-2] |
Molecular formula | H3[P(Mo3O10)4] |
Molecular weight | 1825.25 |
Description | Clear yellow to green liquid. |