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CAS 7791-20-0

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Nickel chloride hexahydrate

Description:
Nickel chloride hexahydrate, with the chemical formula NiCl₂·6H₂O and CAS number 7791-20-0, is a coordination compound of nickel. It appears as a green crystalline solid, which is highly soluble in water, forming a bright green solution. This compound is typically used in various applications, including electroplating, as a catalyst in chemical reactions, and in the preparation of other nickel compounds. Nickel chloride hexahydrate is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb moisture from the air, which can affect its stability and handling. It is important to note that nickel compounds can be toxic and potentially carcinogenic, necessitating careful handling and appropriate safety measures. The hexahydrate form indicates the presence of six water molecules coordinated to each nickel chloride unit, which influences its physical properties and reactivity. In terms of its chemical behavior, nickel chloride hexahydrate can participate in redox reactions and can act as a Lewis acid in various chemical processes.
Formula:Cl2Ni·6H2O
InChI:InChI=1S/2ClH.Ni.6H2O/h2*1H;;6*1H2/q;;+2;;;;;;/p-2
InChI key:InChIKey=LAIZPRYFQUWUBN-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES:[Ni](Cl)Cl.O
Synonyms:
  • Nickel chloride (NiCl<sub>2</sub>) hydrate (1:6)
  • Nickel chloride (NiCl<sub>2</sub>), hexahydrate
  • Nickel chloride hexahydrate (NiCl<sub>2</sub>.6H<sub>2</sub>O)
  • Nickel dichloride hexahydrate
  • Nickel(2+) chloride hexahydrate
  • Nickel(2+) dichloride hexahydrate
  • Nickelous chloride Hexahydrate
  • nickel II chloride hexahydrate
  • Nickel chloride hexahydrate (NiCl2.6H2O)
  • Nickel chloride hexahydrate
  • Nickel chloride (NiCl2), hexahydrate
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