Arsenic pentafluoride facts for kids
Arsenic pentafluoride, also called arsenic(V) fluoride, is a special kind of chemical compound. Its chemical formula is AsF5. This means it has one arsenic atom connected to five fluorine atoms.
The arsenic atom in this compound has a +5 oxidation state. This tells us how many electrons it has gained or lost when forming the bond.
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What is Arsenic Pentafluoride Like?
Arsenic pentafluoride is a gas that has no color. It is a very strong oxidizing agent. This means it can easily take electrons from other chemicals. It is also very toxic, so it must be handled with great care.
This gas can form a special kind of bond, called an ionic bond, with another chemical called sulfur tetrafluoride.
Physical Properties
Arsenic pentafluoride turns into a liquid at a very cold temperature. Its melting point is about -79.8°C (which is -111.6°F). It boils and turns back into a gas at -52.8°C (-63.0°F).
How is Arsenic Pentafluoride Made?
Scientists can make arsenic pentafluoride in a couple of ways.
One way is to mix arsenic trifluoride with fluorine gas. Another method is to react arsenic directly with a large amount of fluorine. Both reactions create arsenic pentafluoride.
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