Sodium Hexafluorophosphate
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IUPAC: Sodium hexafluorophosphate
CAS: 21324-39-0
Overview
NaPF₆ is being researched as an electrolyte salt for sodium-ion batteries, a cheaper alternative to lithium-ion batteries using abundant sodium.
Composition
| Element | Symbol | Atoms | Atomic Mass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fluorine | F | 6 | 18.9980 |
| Sodium | Na | 1 | 22.9900 |
| Phosphorus | P | 1 | 30.9740 |
Uses
- • Sodium-ion battery electrolyte
- • Chemical reagent
Fun Facts
- ✦ Sodium-ion batteries could replace lithium-ion using earth-abundant materials
Safety
- ⚠ Corrosive
- ⚠ Liberates HF with moisture
Structure
SMILES
F[P-](F)(F)(F)(F)F.[Na+]
Properties
- Type
- salt
- State
- solid
- Molar Mass
- 167.94 g/mol
- Density
- 2.3690 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 200.0 °C
- Solubility
- very soluble
Molecular Descriptors
- Exact Mass
- 167.9540
- TPSA
- 0.0 Ų
- H-Bond Donors
- 0
- H-Bond Acceptors
- 7
- Rotatable Bonds
- 0
- Heavy Atoms
- 8
- Complexity
- 67.0
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sodium Hexafluorophosphate?
Sodium Hexafluorophosphate (NaPF₆) is a salt compound with the IUPAC name Sodium hexafluorophosphate.
What is the molecular weight of Sodium Hexafluorophosphate?
Sodium Hexafluorophosphate has a molar mass of 167.94 g/mol.
What state is Sodium Hexafluorophosphate at room temperature?
Sodium Hexafluorophosphate is a solid at room temperature.
Is Sodium Hexafluorophosphate organic or inorganic?
Sodium Hexafluorophosphate is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Sodium Hexafluorophosphate?
Sodium Hexafluorophosphate (NaPF₆) is composed of Fluorine (F), Sodium (Na), Phosphorus (P).