Compound | Uranium Hexafluoride |
Formula | UF6 |
Molecular Formula | F6U |
Molecular Weight | 352.019 |
CAS RN | [7783-81-5] |
Properties | Volatile, colorless, or white, deliquescent monoclinic crystal solid |
Solubility | Reacts vigorously with water |
Density, g/cm³ | 5.09 g/cm3, solid |
Melting Point, °C | 64°C |
Boiling Point, °C | 5°C |
Reactions | Vigorous, exothermic reaction with water releases corrosive hydrogen fluoride and toxic uranyl fluoride. This compound will attack some plastics, rubbers, and coatings |