What is the chemical formula for cesium perchlorate?

The chemical formula for the compound cesium perchlorate is CsClO4. The molecular formula is used to describe the atoms of each element contained within the compound.

One molecule of cesium perchlorate contains one atom of cesium, one atom of chlorine and four atoms of oxygen. It is a crystalline, colorless solid that has a molar mass of 232.36 grams per mole. Cesium perchlorate can be used in oxidation, as it decomposes to form cesium chloride. Other names used for the formula CsClO4 include perchloric acid cesium salt, caesium (1+) ion perchlorate and caesium perchlorate. Cesium perchlorate is used in the manufacturing of fireworks.