SO2OSO2
SO2OSO2 is a chemical compound with the formula S2O4. It is also known as disulfite or dithionite. This compound is an inorganic salt. It is often encountered in the form of its sodium salt, sodium dithionite (Na2S2O4), which is a common reducing agent. Sodium dithionite is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water. It is a powerful reducing agent and is used in various industrial applications.
Historically, dithionites were discovered in the 19th century. Sodium dithionite is produced industrially through several methods,
In terms of applications, sodium dithionite is widely employed as a reducing agent in the textile industry
The compound can decompose under certain conditions, particularly in the presence of acids or heat, releasing