The function of sodium silicate

⁣Sodium silicate is an inorganic compound

nature:
1. Appearance: Sodium silicate usually appears as a white or colorless crystalline solid.
2. Solubility: It has good solubility in water and the solution is alkaline.
3. Stability: Relatively stable under dry conditions, but prone to moisture absorption and deterioration in humid environments.

Purpose:
1. Sodium silicate is an important raw material for glass manufacturing and can be used as a flux and tackifier in the glass industry.
In the textile industry, sodium silicate is used as a flame retardant and crosslinking agent for urea resins.


Manufacturing method:
1. Alkali method: Sodium silicate can be prepared by the reaction of alkali and silica.
2. Acid method: Sodium silicate can also be produced by reacting silicic acid with sodium hydroxide.