- Definition of Hg3I8
Hg3I8, also known as Mercury(II) iodide, is a chemical substance with the molecular formula Hg3I8. In this formula, “Hg” is the chemical symbol for mercury, and “I” is the chemical symbol for iodine. It contains three mercury atoms and eight iodine atoms. The molecular weight of Hg3I8 is 1409.23 g/mol. The ionic structure of Hg3I8 consists of 3 mercury ions and 8 iodine ions.
- Properties of Hg3I8
2.1 Physical properties of Hg3I8
Hg3I8 is usually in the solid state at room temperature. Its color can vary from yellow to reddish brown. It has no distinctive odor and pH cannot be determined as it is insoluble in water.
2.2 Chemical properties of Hg3I8
Hg3I8 has the typical chemical properties of the compounds of mercury and iodine. It is quite stable and does not easily react with other substances.
- Common chemical reactions of Hg3I8
Since Hg3I8 does not easily react, there are not many examples of its chemical reactions with metals, acids, non-metals, or salts.
- Synthesis of Hg3I8
4.1 Laboratory synthesis of Hg3I8
Hg3I8 is not typically synthesized in the laboratory due to the toxicity of mercury.
4.2 Industrial synthesis of Hg3I8
In industrial production, Hg3I8 is not usually synthesized due to its lack of extensive applications in the industry.