Selenium disulfide facts for kids
Selenium disulfide, also known as selenious disulfide, selenous disulfide, or selenium(IV) disulfide is a chemical compound. Its formula should be SeS2. It contains selenium in its +4 oxidation state. It also contains sulfide ions.
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Properties
Selenium sulfide is a poorly known chemical compound. Sometimes it has more selenium, sometimes it has more sulfur. It is an orange solid.
Preparation
Selenium sulfide can be made by heating selenium and sulfur.
Uses
It is used to kill fungi that make dandruff in hair. It can also be used to treat fungal (from fungi) skin infections.
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See also
In Spanish: Sulfuro de selenio para niños
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