andAlH4

andAlH4 is a chemical compound. It is an inorganic salt. The chemical formula for andAlH4 is AlH4−. It is an anion. This anion is part of a larger structure, often a metal hydride or an organometallic compound. In andAlH4, aluminum is bonded to four hydrogen atoms. The aluminum atom is in a tetrahedral geometry. The charge of the anion is -1. This means it requires a counter-ion to form a neutral compound. Common counter-ions include alkali metals like lithium (Li+) or sodium (Na+). For example, lithium aluminum hydride, LiAlH4, is a well-known compound that contains the andAlH4 anion. Sodium aluminum hydride, NaAlH4, is another example. The andAlH4 anion itself is not typically isolated as a free species. Its properties are observed within the context of these larger salts. These salts are often used as reducing agents in organic synthesis. They can also be explored for hydrogen storage applications due to their high hydrogen content. The stability and reactivity of andAlH4 depend significantly on the associated cation.