Nickel Ii Cyanide
Nickel(II) cyanide is a coordination compound with the chemical formula Ni(CN)2. It is composed of one nickel cation (Ni2+) and two cyanide anions (CN-). The nickel ion has a +2 charge, while each cyanide ion has a -1 charge, making the compound electrically neutral.
Nickel(II) cyanide is a white crystalline powder that is insoluble in water. It is highly toxic and should be handled with care. The compound is stable at room temperature but decomposes when heated to form toxic gases, such as hydrogen cyanide.
The structure of nickel(II) cyanide consists of a square planar arrangement of the nickel ion with the two cyanide ligands occupying adjacent positions. The bond between the nickel ion and the cyanide ligands is covalent and polarized, with the carbon atom in the cyanide group carrying a partial negative charge and the nitrogen atom carrying a partial positive charge.
Nickel(II) cyanide is used in electroplating and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. It is also used for the production of other nickel compounds. However, due to its high toxicity, it must be handled with caution and in accordance with proper safety procedures.