Cadmium fluoride
Cadmium Fluoride[edit | edit source]
Cadmium fluoride (CdF_) is an inorganic compound composed of cadmium and fluorine. It is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water and has a fluorite crystal structure. Cadmium fluoride is used in various applications, including optics and electronics.
Structure[edit | edit source]
Cadmium fluoride crystallizes in the fluorite structure, which is a type of cubic crystal system. In this structure, each cadmium ion is surrounded by eight fluoride ions, and each fluoride ion is coordinated to four cadmium ions. This arrangement is similar to that of calcium fluoride (CaF_), which is the mineral fluorite.
Properties[edit | edit source]
Cadmium fluoride is a white, water-soluble solid. It has a melting point of approximately 1,110 °C and a boiling point of 1,749 °C. The compound is known for its high ionic conductivity and is used in various optical applications due to its transparency to infrared light.
Applications[edit | edit source]
Cadmium fluoride is used in the manufacturing of optical materials, such as lenses and windows, that require transparency to infrared light. It is also used in the production of certain types of lasers and in the electronics industry for the fabrication of thin films.
Safety[edit | edit source]
Cadmium fluoride is toxic and poses health risks if inhaled or ingested. It can cause damage to the lungs and kidneys and is considered a carcinogen. Proper safety precautions, including the use of personal protective equipment, are necessary when handling this compound.
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