Bismuth arsenide
Chemical compound
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Bismuth arsenide is an inorganic compound, with the chemical formula BiAs. Its α-modification[1] and β-modification[2] have been reported in theoretical calculations.
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| Molar mass | 283.9 |
| Appearance | solid |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Preparation
Bismuth arsenide can be prepared by reacting bismuth chloride and tris(trimethylsilyl)arsenic in toluene at room temperature:[3]
- BiCl3 + As[Si(CH3)3]3 → BiAs + 3(CH3)3SiCl