2007-10-11 07:46:26 · 3 answers · asked by david t 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
A highly unstable covalent molecule that detonates upon slight percussion its proper name is nitrogen triiodide. Its formula is NI3 and you can see a video of it detonating here http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-2834663572523838499
2007-10-11 07:55:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ammonium triiodide is a very unstable molecule and is rather explosive. However, it is possible to demonstrate its instability safely:
To a dilute aqueous ammonia solution, add a few small crystals of iodine and stir. You will initially see a purplish color and then it will fade and a brown solid will precipitate out. If you allow this to dry and then touch it with a ruler, it will make a small bang and emit purple vapors. The vapors are iodine.
2007-10-11 07:55:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a misnomer (incorrect name) for the product of ammonia and iodine, nitrogen triiodide, NI3. It occurs as black crystals that explode at the slightest shock.
2007-10-11 07:58:13 · answer #3 · answered by steve_geo1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋