Compound Q&A
How is Tungsten Hexacarbonyl (CAS: 14040-11-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
Tungsten Hexacarbonyl is typically synthesized by the reaction of tungsten metal with carbon monoxide gas. The synthesis involves exposing tungsten under high pressure and temperature conditions to carbon monoxide, resulting in a high yield of the hexacarbonyl compound.
About
CAS No
14040-11-0
English Name
Tungsten Hexacarbonyl
Molecular Formula
C6O6W
Molecular Weight
351.9 g/mol
EINECS
237-880-2
SMILES
[O+]#[C-].[O+]#[C-].[O+]#[C-].[O+]#[C-].[O+]#[C-].[O+]#[C-].[W]
InChIKey
FQNHWXHRAUXLFU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
