Calcium phosphate
Calcium phosphate is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is Ca3(PO4)2, although there are other formulas, like Ca2HPO4 (dicalcium phosphate) and Ca(H2PO4)2 (monocalcium phosphate). It is made of calcium and phosphate ions.
Properties
[change | change source]It is a white or gray solid. It becomes more insoluble when heated; most chemicals become more soluble (more easily dissolved).
Occurrence
[change | change source]It is found in teeth, bones, and milk, as well as in the ground.
Uses
[change | change source]It is used to make phosphoric acid. It is used to make fertilizer. It is also used in bovine milk
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