Thallium azide
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Other names
thallium azide | ||
Identifiers | ||
ChemSpider | 15368504 ![]() | |
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Jmol-3D images | Image | |
PubChem | 22764821 | |
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Properties | ||
TlN3 | ||
Molar mass | 246.4035 | |
Appearance | yellow-brown | |
insoluble | ||
Structure | ||
Crystal structure | Tetragonal, tI16 [1] | |
Space group | I4/mcm, No. 140 | |
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Except where noted otherwise, data is given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C (77 °F), 100 kPa) | |
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Thallium azide, TlN3, is a yellow-brown crystalline solid poorly soluble in water. Although it is not nearly as sensitive to shock or friction as lead azide, it can easily be detonated by a flame or spark. It can be stored safely dry in a closed non-metallic container.
Preparation
Thallium azide can be prepared by dissolving thallium(I) sulfate in water, and adding sodium azide solution. Thallium azide will precipitate; the yield can be maximized by cooling in a freezer.
Safety
All thallium compounds are poisonous and should be handled with care; avoid breathing any dust or fumes.
References
- ↑ Mauer F.A., Hubbard C.R., Hahn T.A. (1973). "Thermal expansion and low temperature phase transition of thallous azide". J. Chem. Phys. 59 (7): 3770–3776. doi:10.1063/1.1680549.
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