What is ag3 po4?

Ag3PO4 is the chemical formula for silver phosphate. It is a pale yellow precipitate that forms when silver nitrate (AgNO3) is reacted with sodium phosphate (Na3PO4). It is sparingly soluble in water and is commonly used in photography as a light-sensitive material. Silver phosphate is also used in electrochemical applications, such as in the production of silver/silver phosphate electrodes. It has a molar mass of 418.58 g/mol and a density of 6.37 g/cm³. It has a tetragonal crystal structure and a melting point of 940°C.