Hg(Io3)2
The compound Hg(IO3)2 is a mercury-based inorganic compound that consists of one mercury (Hg) atom and two iodate (IO3) ions.
Each iodate ion has a negative charge and consists of one central iodine atom bonded to three oxygen atoms arranged in a triangular planar shape. The overall charge of each iodate ion is -1.
In the compound, each mercury atom is bonded to two iodate ions through ionic bonds. The mercury atom has a +2 oxidation state, while each iodate ion has a -1 oxidation state.
The structure of Hg(IO3)2 is tetragonal, with the mercury atom at the center surrounded by four iodine atoms located at the corners of a square. Each of the four iodine atoms is also bonded to an oxygen atom from an adjacent iodate ion.
Hg(IO3)2 is a colorless and odorless solid that is sparingly soluble in water. It can decompose when heated, releasing toxic mercury vapors and oxygen gas. Therefore, proper precautions should be taken when handling this compound.