Iodine pentafluoride
chemical compound
Iodine pentafluoride is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is IF5. It has iodine and fluoride ions. The iodine is in its +5 oxidation state.
Properties change
Iodine pentafluoride is a pale yellow liquid. It is an interhalogen. It is also a powerful oxidizing agent. It reacts with water to make hydrofluoric acid.
Preparation change
Iodine pentafluoride is made by burning iodine in fluorine gas.
Uses change
It is used in organic chemistry (amine to nitrile conversion after hydrolysis).