2 HF + I2 → F2 + 2 HI
This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:
2 F-I - 2 e- → 2 F0 (oxidation)
2 I0 + 2 e- → 2 I-I (reduction)
HF is a reducing agent, I2 is an oxidizing agent.
Reactants:
- HF – Fluorane
- Other names: Hydrofluoric acid , Hydrogen fluoride , Fluorhydric acid
- Appearance: Colorless solution ; Colourless gas or colourless liquid (below 19.5 °C) ; Colourless gas or colourless fuming liquid with pungent odour ; Colourless fuming liquid with pungent odour ; Colorless gas or fuming liquid (below 67°F) with a strong, irritating odor. [Note: Shipped in cylinders.]
- I2
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