Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of chromium hexacarbonyl (CAS: 13007-92-6)?
Answer
Chromium hexacarbonyl (CAS: 13007-92-6) is a colorless, volatile liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 198. Crystalline forms are not common due to its volatility. It is highly soluble in organic solvents but slightly soluble in water. It is an extremely reactive compound, capable of undergoing rapid decomposition and forming various chromium carbonyl complexes.
About
CAS No
13007-92-6
English Name
?hromium hexacarbonyl
Molecular Formula
C6CrO6
Molecular Weight
64.01 g/mol
SMILES
[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[Cr]
InChIKey
ISQUTRHWLNGUBQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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