Barium NitrateMolecular Formula:Ba(NO3)2 Molecular Weight:261.35Nature: Achromatous or white cubic crystals or powder.Its specific gravity is 3.24 (23°C)and melting point is 592°C.It is decomposed into oxides in combustion and gives out green flares.It is noxious!Applications: Used to manufacture barium oxide and barium peroxide,optical glass,pottery glazes,and used as explosives,additives for combustion,green-color fireworks,signal flares and flame tracers,also used in antisepsis,chemical agents and medication.And sometimes it is also used in low-temperature salt bath for metal heat treatment.Qualification:Name