Californium dichloride explained

Californium dichloride is a binary inorganic compound of californium metal and chlorine with the chemical formula .^[1]

Synthesis

can be prepared by hydrogen reduction of at a high temperature (600 °C).^[2]

Physical properties

The compound forms moisture-sensitive amber solid.^[3]

Notes and References

1. Web site: WebElements Periodic Table » Californium » californium dichloride . webelements.com . 16 April 2024.
2. J.R. . Peterson . R.L. . Fellows . R.G. . Haire . J.P. . Young . Stabilization of californium(II) in the solid state . Radiochemical and Radioanalytical Letters . 1977 . 31 . 4–5 . 16 April 2024 . en.
3. Book: Macintyre . Jane E. . Dictionary of Inorganic Compounds . 23 July 1992 . . 978-0-412-30120-9 . 2825 . 16 April 2024 . en.