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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) — Properties, Uses & Safety

🌍 Atmospheric & Environmental

Overview

The primary anthropogenic greenhouse gas; essential for photosynthesis and used to carbonate beverages.

IUPAC Name
carbon dioxide
CAS Number
124-38-9
PubChem CID
280
Molecular Formula
CO2
Molar Mass
44.01 g/mol
State at STP
gas
Appearance
Colorless, odorless gas

Safety Information

GHS Hazard Codes

H280

GHS Pictograms

gas-cylinder

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