Lead telluride
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lead telluride, also known as lead(II) telluride, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is PbTe. It contains lead and telluride ions. The lead is in the +2 oxidation state.
Contents |
Properties [change]
Lead telluride is a gray crystalline solid. It reacts with strong acids to make toxic hydrogen telluride and toxic lead salts.
Preparation [change]
It may be made by melting lead and tellurium together.
Uses [change]
It is used as a semiconductor and an infrared detector.
