Title: Cupric Hexafluorosilicate
CAS Registry Number: 12062-24-7
Additional Names: Cupric fluosilicate; cupric silicofluoride
Molecular Formula: CuF6Si
Molecular Weight: 205.62
Percent Composition: Cu 30.90%, F 55.44%, Si 13.66%
Line Formula: CuSiF6
Literature References: Prepn: Worthington, Haring, Ind. Eng. Chem. Anal. Ed. 3, 7 (1931).
Derivative Type: Tetrahydrate
Properties: Blue, monoclinic, efflorescent crystals. d 2.56: Clark et al., Can. J. Chem. 47, 3859 (1969). Readily sol in water. Keep well closed.
Density: d 2.56: Clark et al., Can. J. Chem. 47, 3859 (1969)
Use: Dyeing and hardening white marble; treating plant diseases.