Iodine cyanide
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Iodine cyanide | |
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Systematic name | Iodine cyanide |
Other names | Cyanogen iodide |
Molecular formula | ICN |
Molar mass | 152.9222 g/mol |
Density | 2.84 g/cm3 |
Solubility (water) | slow reaction |
Melting point | 146-147 °C |
Boiling point | xx.x °C |
CAS number | [506-78-5] |
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Iodine cyanide (formula ICN or CNI) is a pseudohalogen composed of iodine and the cyanide group. It is toxic, and occurs as white crystals that melt at 146°C to 147°C. It reacts with water to form hydrogen cyanide.