Arsine

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Arsine

Arsine (/ˈɑːrsaɪn/ or /ˈɑːrziːn/) is a colorless, flammable, and highly toxic gas. It has the chemical formula AsH3. This compound is the simplest arsenic hydride and a dense gas at standard conditions.

Etymology

The term "arsine" is derived from the Latin word for arsenic, "arsenicum," and the chemical suffix "-ine," which is used to denote a binary compound of hydrogen.

Properties

Arsine is a pyramidal molecule with H–As–H angles of 91.8° and three equivalent As–H bonds, each of 1.519 Å length. It is generally produced by the reaction of arsenic with hydrogen.

Uses

Arsine is used in the microelectronics industry for the deposition of arsenic-containing layers. It is also used in the synthesis of organoarsenic compounds.

Health Effects

Exposure to arsine gas is highly toxic and can result in hemolysis, renal failure, and death.

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