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CAS 13709-36-9

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Xenon difluoride

Description:
Xenon difluoride (XeF2) is a colorless, crystalline compound that belongs to the class of noble gas fluorides. It is notable for being one of the few stable compounds formed by a noble gas, specifically xenon. The molecular structure of xenon difluoride features a linear geometry, with the xenon atom bonded to two fluorine atoms. This compound is characterized by its high reactivity, particularly with water and other nucleophiles, leading to the release of xenon gas and the formation of various xenon oxides. Xenon difluoride is also known for its ability to act as a fluorinating agent, making it useful in organic synthesis and materials science. It has a relatively high melting point and is stable under anhydrous conditions, but it can decompose when exposed to moisture or heat. Due to its unique properties, xenon difluoride has garnered interest in both academic research and industrial applications, particularly in the field of fluorine chemistry.
Formula:F2Xe
InChI:InChI=1S/F2Xe/c1-3-2
InChI key:InChIKey=IGELFKKMDLGCJO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:[Xe](F)F
Synonyms:
  • Difluorure de xenon
  • Difluoruro De Xenon
  • Xenon Difluoride
  • Xenon difluoride (XeF2)
  • Xenon difluoride (XeF<sub>2</sub>)
  • Xenon fluoride
  • Xenon fluoride (XeF<sub>2</sub>)
  • Xenon(II) fluoride
  • Xenondifluorid
  • Xenon fluoride (XeF2)
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