BaSiF6

BaSiF6 is the chemical formula for barium hexafluorosilicate. It is an inorganic compound and a salt. Barium hexafluorosilicate is typically encountered as a white crystalline solid. It is soluble in water, although its solubility can be influenced by temperature. The compound is formed from the cation barium (Ba²⁺) and the anion hexafluorosilicate (SiF₆²⁻). The hexafluorosilicate anion itself consists of a central silicon atom surrounded by six fluorine atoms. Barium hexafluorosilicate can be synthesized through various chemical reactions, often involving barium compounds and fluorosilicic acid or its salts. Historically, it has found applications in certain industrial processes, though its usage may be limited in modern times due to environmental or health considerations. Like many fluoride compounds, barium hexafluorosilicate should be handled with care, as ingestion or prolonged exposure can be harmful.