What is Ag2N3? Important knowledge about Ag2N3.

Ag₂N₃, also known as Silver azide in English or Azotit bạc in Vietnamese, is a chemical compound containing two silver atoms (Ag) and three nitrogen atoms (N). The molecular weight of Ag₂N₃ is 198.8 g/mol. Its molecule is built from two silver atoms and three nitrogen atoms bonded together. In alkaline conditions, Ag₂N₃ can form silver ions (Ag+) and azide ions (N₃-).

Properties of Ag₂N₃:
2.1. Physical properties: Ag₂N₃ usually exists in the form of white powder with no characteristic smell. The pH of Ag₂N₃ is not clearly determined because it does not dissolve in water.
2.2. Chemical properties: Ag₂N₃ is highly sensitive to light, temperature and pressure. It can rapidly decompose when in contact with these factors, producing nitrogen gas and metallic silver.

Common reactions of Ag₂N₃:
Ag₂N₃ does not easily react with metals, acids, non-metals, or salts due to its instability. However, it can react with strong oxidizing agents to form other nitrogen compounds.

Preparation of Ag₂N₃:
4.1. The laboratory preparation of Ag₂N₃ is usually carried out by reacting a solution of sodium nitrite with a solution of silver nitrate. The reaction products are Ag₂N₃ and sodium nitrate.
4.2. On an industrial scale, Ag₂N₃ is usually not produced because of its instability and explosiveness.