Zinc oxide

Zinc Oxide is odorless white colored free flowing powder with molecular formula ZnO and molar mass of 81.38 g/mol. It is extensively utilized as an additive in manufacturing of rubber, ceramics, plastic, and glass. This compound is also used as a source of zinc in various food items. It is a type of water insoluble amphoteric oxide that has high melting & boiling points of 1,975 degrees Celsius. Having large direct band gap, Zinc Oxide also finds application in electronic industry. It is known to provide UV stability & resist fungal growth on rubber products and provides high heat capacity, thermal conductivity, & high temperature stability to ceramics.