Cadmium fluoride
Cadmium fluoride is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is CdF2. It has cadmium and fluoride ions in it.
Properties[change | change source]
Cadmium fluoride is a gray solid. It does not dissolve in water very well. It is toxic.
Preparation[change | change source]
It is made by reacting cadmium with hydrogen fluoride, hydrofluoric acid, or fluorine.
Uses[change | change source]
Cadmium fluoride is used in organic chemistry, as well as in medicine for fluoride treatment.