Tungsten(IV) silicide

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Tungsten(IV) silicide
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General
Other names	tungsten tetrasilicide
Molecular formula	WSi₂
Molar mass	240.02 g/mol
Appearance	blue odorless powder
CAS number	[12039-88-2]
Properties
Density and phase	9.4 g/cm³, solid
Solubility in water	insoluble
Melting point	>900°C
Boiling point	?
Hazards
EU classification	not listed
NFPA 704
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