Characteristic

Silver(II) fluoride is a chemical compound with the formula AgF2. It is a rare example of a silver(II) compound. Silver usually exists in its +1 oxidation state.

Chemical formula：AgF₂

Molar mass：145.865 g/mol

Appearance：white or grey crystalline powder, hygroscopic

Density：4.58 g/cm³

Melting point：690 °C (1,274 °F; 963 K)

Boiling point：700 °C (1,292 °F; 973 K) (decomposes)

Solubility in water：Decomposes violently

Crystal structure：orthorhombic

Application

Silver(II) fluoride is used as a fluorinating and oxidizing agent. It is also used in the preparation of organic perfluorocompounds and in the fluorination of aromatic compounds. In addition, it is also used in pharmacy and electroplating industry. It serves as an intermediate in the catalysis of gaseous reactions with fluorine by silver. It is utilized in the oxidation of xenon to xenon difluoride.