Antimonihydridi

Antimonihydridi is the chemical compound with the formula SbH3. It is also known as stibine, and it is a binary hydride of antimony. Antimonihydridi is a colorless gas that is highly toxic and has a strong, unpleasant odor. It is one of the most toxic hydrides.

The compound is produced industrially by the reaction of antimony trichloride with sodium borohydride or lithium aluminum hydride. It can also be formed by the reaction of antimony with hydrogen gas at high temperatures.

Antimonihydridi is unstable and decomposes readily upon heating or exposure to light. It is a strong reducing agent and can react explosively with oxidizing agents.

In terms of its chemical properties, antimonihydridi is a weak base. It can react with acids to form stibonium salts. The antimony atom in antimonihydridi has an oxidation state of -3.

The toxicity of antimonihydridi is a significant concern. Exposure to even low concentrations can cause severe respiratory irritation, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Higher concentrations can lead to pulmonary edema, convulsions, and death. Due to its extreme toxicity and instability, antimonihydridi has limited practical applications. It is primarily used in laboratory research and in the synthesis of other antimony compounds.