Antimony Properties Chemical compounds
They are made by reacting antimony with other metals. They react with acids to make the toxic and unstable gas stibine. They are weak oxidizing agents. They are somewhat covalent, having low melting points. Antimony trichloride is a colorless and soft solid that has a strong odor. Antimony trioxide is a white solid that dissolves a little in water. Antimony pentafluoride is highly reactive, as well as antimony pentoxide.