6 HF + 2 V → 3 H2 + 2 VF3
This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:
2 V0 - 6 e- → 2 VIII (oxidation)
6 HI + 6 e- → 6 H0 (reduction)
V is a reducing agent, HF 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.]
- V
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