Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Germane (CAS: 7440-56-4)?
Answer
Germane (CAS: 7440-56-4) is a colorless, flammable gas with a molecular weight of 32.07 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is highly soluble in organic solvents. Germane is highly reactive, especially towards oxygen and moisture, and it forms germanium oxyacids when exposed to water. It exists as a monomer in the gaseous state and is often found in a crystalline form at low temperatures.
About
CAS No
7440-56-4
English Name
Germane
Molecular Formula
H4Ge
Molecular Weight
72.61 g/mol
SMILES
[Ge]
InChIKey
QUZPNFFHZPRKJD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 08:06
