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CAS 7784-18-1

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Aluminum fluoride

Description:
Aluminum fluoride (AlF3) is an inorganic compound characterized by its white crystalline solid form. It is primarily known for its low solubility in water and is often utilized in various industrial applications, including the production of aluminum metal through the Hall-Héroult process. Aluminum fluoride exhibits a high melting point and is stable under normal conditions, making it suitable for high-temperature applications. The compound has a tetrahedral molecular geometry, with aluminum at the center surrounded by three fluoride ions. In terms of reactivity, aluminum fluoride can react with strong acids to release hydrofluoric acid, and it can also form complexes with other metal ions. Additionally, it is used as a flux in metallurgy and as an additive in the manufacture of glass and ceramics. Due to its properties, aluminum fluoride is also studied for its potential applications in the field of nanotechnology and materials science. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it can be hazardous in certain forms.
Formula:AlF3
InChI:InChI=1S/Al.3FH/h;3*1H/q+3;;;/p-3
InChI key:InChIKey=KLZUFWVZNOTSEM-UHFFFAOYSA-K
SMILES:[Al](F)(F)F
Synonyms:
  • Aluminium fluoride
  • Aluminium fluoride (AlF3)
  • Aluminiumfluorid
  • Aluminiumfluoride1
  • Aluminiumfluorideanhydrous
  • Aluminiumfluoridetech
  • Aluminum fluoride (AlF3)
  • Aluminum fluoride (AlF<sub>3</sub>)
  • Aluminum fluoride (anhydrous)
  • Aluminum fluoride monohydrate
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