What is Silver(I) carbonate?
[[File:Silver carbonate.jpg|thumb|Silver(I) carbonate]] '''Silver(I) carbonate''' is a [[chemical compound]]. Its chemical formula is Ag<sub>2</sub>CO<sub>3</sub>. It contains [[silver]] in its +1 [[oxidation state]]. It also contains [[carbonate]] [[ion]]s. == Properties == It is a yellow solid. It reacts with [[acid]]s to make [[carbon dioxide]] and a silver(I) [[salt]]. It does not dissolve in water. == Preparation == It is made by reacting [[sodium carbonate]] with [[silver nitrate]]. == Uses == It is used as a [[catalyst]]. == Safety == Silver compounds can irritate skin. If consumed, they may turn the skin blue. == Related pages == *[[Silver oxide]] *[[Silver chloride]] {{chem-stub}} [[Category:Silver compounds]]