Melting Point -56.6 °C
Boiling Point -78.5 °C
Water Solubility (77°F): 0.2%
Density 1.2 x 10-3-0.2100 g/cm3
Storage Temp -70ºC
Flash Point Not applicable
Stability -
Appearance Carbon dioxide appears as a colorless odorless gas at atmospheric temperatures and pressures. Relatively nontoxic and noncombustible. Heavier than air and may asphyxiate by the displacement of air. Soluble in water. Forms carbonic acid, a mild acid. Under prolonged exposure to heat or fire the container may rupture violently and rocket. Used to freeze food, to control chemical reactions, and as a fire extinguishing agent.
Refractive Index 1.478