What is another word for barium monoxide?
Pronunciation: [bˈe͡əɹi͡əm mʌnˈɒksa͡ɪd] (IPA) 
Barium monoxide, also known as barium oxide, is a chemical compound composed of one barium ion and one oxygen ion. This inorganic compound is highly reactive and often used as a precursor for the synthesis of other barium compounds. Synonyms for barium monoxide include barium(II) oxide, baryta, barite, baric oxide, barium peroxide, barium dioxide, and barium(IV) oxide. Each of these synonyms represents a different form or state of barium monoxide and may be used interchangeably depending on the context. Barium monoxide has various applications, including in the production of cathode ray tubes, fluorescent lamps, and ceramic materials.
