- Definition of Ni(OH)4
Ni(OH)4 is known as Ni(II) hydroxide or Nickel hydroxide. In English, it is referred to as Nickel(II) hydroxide. It is an inorganic compound that is a solid, colourless, insoluble in water and has a molar mass of about 92.708 g/mol.
For its molecular structure, Ni(OH)4 has a Ni2+ ion at the center, surrounded by four hydroxide OH- ions, forming a tetrahedron shape.
- Properties of Ni(OH)4
Ni(OH)4 is a solid, colorless, odorless substance with a neutral PH. Ni(OH)4 has very special chemical properties, it can react with acids and metals to form salts and hydrogen.
- Common chemical equations of Ni(OH)4
Ni(OH)4 can react with acids to form salts and water. For example:Ni(OH)4 + 2HCl -> NiCl2 + 4H2O
- Synthesis of Ni(OH)4
Ni(OH)4 can be prepared in the laboratory by reacting Ni2+ with hydroxide ions. The synthesis reaction of Ni(OH)4 can be described as follows: Ni2+ + 4OH- -> Ni(OH)4
In industry, Ni(OH)4 is typically produced by reacting nickel with a solution containing hydroxide ions at appropriate temperatures.