Before revision: Synthesis The reaction of sodium phosphide and bismuth trichloride in toluene (0 °C): Na3P + BiCl3 → BiP + 3NaCl Physical properties Uses The compound is a semiconductor used in high power, high frequency applications and in laser diodes.
After revision: Synthesis The reaction of sodium phosphide and bismuth trichloride in toluene (0 °C): Na3P + BiCl3 -> BiP + 3NaCl Physical properties Uses The compound is a semiconductor used in high power, high frequency applications and in laser diodes.