Inorganic pigments

Inorganic pigments

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Inorganic pigments

Egyptian blue

Inorganic chemicals; Inorganic pigments

Egyptian blue is chemically known as calcium copper silicate (CaCuSi4O10 or CaO·CuO·4SiO2). It is a pigment used by Egyptians for thousands of years. It is considered to be the first synthetic ...

Paris Green

Inorganic chemicals; Inorganic pigments

Paris Green is an inorganic compound more precisely known as copper(II) acetoarsenite. It is a highly toxic emerald-green crystalline powder. It is also used as a blue colorant for fireworks. The ...

Payne's grey

Inorganic chemicals; Inorganic pigments

Payne's grey is a dark blue-grey colour used in painting. It can be used as a mixer in place of black. Being less intense than black, it is easier to get the right shade when using it as a mixer. ...