Bismuthine

Bismuthine, also known as bismuthane, bismuth hydride, and hydrogen bismuthide, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is BiH3. It has bismuth and hydride ions in it. The bismuth is in its +3 oxidation state.

Properties
Bismuthine is very unstable. It is only found below -60°C. Above that temperature it breaks down into bismuth and hydrogen. 

Preparation
It is made by a complex process that involves organic chemistry.

Uses
It is part of a test for bismuth. This is similar to the Marsh test for arsenic.

Related pages
Bismuth(III) oxide
Bismuth(III) chloride

Category:Bismuth compounds