Copper(II) azide
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| Copper(II) azide | |
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| Image:Copper(II) azide.png | |
| Systematic name | Copper(II) azide |
| Chemical formula | CuN6 |
| Molecular mass | 147.61 g/mol |
| Density | ? g/cm³ |
| Melting point | ? °C |
| Boiling point | ? °C |
| CAS number | [14215-30-6] |
| SMILES | [N-]=[N+]=[N-][Cu+2][N-]=[N+][N-] |
| Disclaimer and references | |
Copper(II) azide is a medium density explosive with the molecular formula Cu(N3)2.
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[edit] Uses
Copper azide is very explosive and can be used in pyrotechnics.
[edit] Preparation
Copper azide can be prepared from copper(II) nitrate (Cu(NO3)2) and sodium azide.
[edit] Warnings
Since some of the precursers in copper azide are poisonous it would be advisable not to come into direct contact with it, or its precursors. Do not shake.
[edit] See also
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