Zirconium(IV) fluoride

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Zirconium(IV) fluoride
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General
Other names zirconium tetrafluoride
Molecular formula ZrF4
Molar mass 167.21 g/mol
Appearance white crystalline powder
Crystal structure monoclinic
CAS number [7783-64-4]
Properties
Density and phase 4.43 g/cm3, solid
Solubility in water 1.32 g/100mL
Melting point 600°C (sublimes)
Boiling point
Heat of fusion 383.9 J/g
Hazards
EU classification not listed
NFPA 704 Image:nfpa_h3.pngImage:nfpa_f0.pngImage:nfpa_r2.png
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references

Zirconium(IV) fluoride (ZrF4) is an inorganic chemical compound. It is a component of ZBLAN fluoride glass.

Conditions/substances to avoid are: moisture, active metals, acids and oxidizing agents.

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