Chemistry:Manganese laurate

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Manganese laurate
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Names
Other names
manganese dodecanoate
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChemSpider
EC Number
  • 244-291-4
Properties
C24H48MnO4
Molar mass 455.582 g·mol−1
Appearance pale pink powder
Density 0.376
Melting point 104.95 °C (220.91 °F; 378.10 K)
Insoluble
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Manganese laurate is an metal-organic compound with the chemical formula C24H48MnO4.[1] The compound is classified as a metallic soap, i.e. a metal derivative of a fatty acid (lauric acid).

Preparation

Reaction of sodium laurate with manganese chloride.[citation needed]

Physical properties

Manganese laurate forms pale pink chrystalline powder.

Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol.[2] Slightly soluble in decane.[3]

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