Compound Q&A
What industries use Germane (CAS: 7440-56-4)?
Answer
Germane is used in various industries, including semiconductor manufacturing, where it serves as a precursor for the deposition of germanium films on silicon wafers. It is also utilized in the production of germanium compounds for optical applications, in the synthesis of organic germanium compounds for pharmaceuticals, and as a component in some gas sensors.
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
