Gold monochloride

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Chemical Name
General
Other names Gold (I) Chloride
Molecular formula AuCl
Molar mass  ? g/mol
Appearance yellow solid
CAS number 10294-29-8
Properties
Density and phase 8.25 g/cm3, solid
Solubility in water  ? g/L(25°C)
Melting point 170°C
Boiling point Decomposes
Hazards
EU classification  ?
NFPA 704 Image:nfpa_h2.pngImage:nfpa_f0.pngImage:nfpa_r0.png
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references

Gold Monochloride, or Gold (I)Chloride, is a compound of gold and chlorine with the chemical formula AuCl.

[edit] Uses

Gold Monochloride has no major uses.

[edit] Health

Gold Monochloride may be irritating to the skin and eyes, damage kidney function and reduce white blood cell counts. If touched, flush skin with soap and water for 15 minutes. Use a lab coat, respirator, gloves, goggles, and have good ventilation when working with Gold Monochloride.

[edit] Sources

http://www.colonialmetals.com/pdf/2011.pdf

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dictionary_of_chemical_formulas/Merge/A

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