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- Definition of H2Te
H2Te, also known as hydrogen telluride or tellurium hydride, is a chemical compound of hydrogen and tellurium. In English, it is called Hydrogen telluride. H2Te has a molecular weight of about 129.61 Da and its atomic mass is 127.6 Da. Its molecular structure consists of two hydrogen atoms and one tellurium atom. Its ions can be either a hydrogen cation (H+) or a telluride anion (Te2−) depending on the reaction.
- Characteristics of H2Te
2.1 Physical properties of H2Te
H2Te is a gas at standard conditions, colorless but with a characteristic foul odor. Its pH level depends on the solution; in liquid or gas form, H2Te is acidic.
2.2 Chemical properties of H2Te
H2Te is a weak acid. It easily decomposes in air to form water and tellurium. It can also react with metals to form metal telluride compounds.
- Common chemical equations with H2Te
H2Te is not commonly used in chemical reactions due to its toxic properties, however, it can react with metals, acids and non-metals to form other compounds.
- Synthesis of H2Te
4.1 Laboratory synthesis of H2Te
H2Te can be synthesized by reacting sodium hydride with tellurium.
4.2 Industrial synthesis of H2Te
H2Te is not commonly produced on an industrial scale due to its toxic and unstable properties.