Thorium oxyfluoride

Thorium oxyfluoride is an inorganic compound of thorium metal, fluorine, and oxygen with the chemical formula .

Synthesis

• Thorium oxyfluoride can be prepared from partial hydrolysis of thorium tetrafluoride in moist air at elevated temperatures, about 1000 °C.

• Reaction of thorium tetrafluoride with thorium dioxide at 600 °C:

Physical properties

The compound forms a white, insoluble amorphous powder.

Uses

The compound is used as a protective coating on reflective surfaces.

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