Samarium(II) iodide
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Samarium(II) iodide is an inorganic compound with the formula SmI2. When employed as a solution for organic synthesis, it is known as Kagan's reagent. SmI2 is a green solid and forms a dark blue solution in THF.[1] It is a strong one-electron reducing agent that is used in organic synthesis.
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samarium(II) iodide | |
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samarium diiodide | |
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SmI2 | |
Molar mass | 404.16 g/mol |
Appearance | green solid |
Melting point | 520 °C (968 °F; 793 K) |
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Flash point | Non-flammable |
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Other anions |
Samarium(II) chloride Samarium(II) bromide |
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Samarium(III) iodide Europium(II) iodide |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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