Silver(I) fluoride
Silver(I) fluoride is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is AgF. It contains silver in its +1 oxidations state. It also contains fluoride ions.
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Silver(I) fluoride
Properties
It is a yellow-brown solid. It can turn black when in moist air. It dissolves easily in water. It is an oxidizing agent because of the silver ion.
Preparation
It is made by reacting silver(I) carbonate with hydrofluoric acid.
Uses
It is used to add fluoride to organic compounds.
Safety
Silver compounds can stain skin. They are also oxidizing agents and should be kept away from metal.
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