Tin(IV) fluoride
Tin tetrafluoride
Colorless solid
Fixed
4.78 g · cm -3
705 ° C ( sublimation)
Attention
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Tin (IV ) fluoride is an inorganic chemical compound of the tin from the group of fluorides.
Production and representation
Tin (IV ) fluoride can be obtained by reaction of tin ( IV) chloride with hydrogen fluoride.
Properties
Tin ( IV ) fluoride is a colorless extremely hygroscopic solid which dissolves in water with constant hissing.
The connection is made, such as lead (IV) fluoride from SnF6 octahedra are linked via common equatorial bonds each with four octahedra SnF6 to planar layers.
Use
Tin (IV ) fluoride is used as an additive for prevention of caries in tooth paste.