natriumtetraborohydrid

Natriumtetraborohydrid is a chemical compound with the formula NaBH4. It is a white solid substance that is highly reactive and combustible. The compound is a complex of borohydride anions, BH4- and sodium cations, Na+.

Natriumtetraborohydrid is a well-known reducing agent in organic chemistry. It is widely used to reduce carbonyl groups in molecules, resulting in the formation of alcohols. The compound is also used as a monomer in the synthesis of certain polymeric materials.

Structurally, the compound consists of a tetrahedral boron atom with four hydrogen atoms bonded to it, and one sodium atom bonded to the boron atom. The compound exists as a dimer in solution, with two molecules bonding through a sodium ion.

Preparation of natriumtetraborohydrid typically involves the reaction of boron hydride, BH3, with sodium in a solution of diethyl ether under high pressure and temperature. The compound can also be prepared by the reaction of sodium with boric acid.

Natriumtetraborohydrid is highly reactive and can cause burns on contact with skin. It is also highly flammable and will ignite spontaneously in air at room temperature. Handling the compound requires caution and specialized equipment. However, it has a wide range of applications in organic synthesis and has been widely used in various fields.