Silver(I) fluoride

Silver(I) fluoride is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is AgF. It contains silver in its +1 oxidations state. It also contains fluoride ions. 

 Properties 
It is a yellow-brown solid. It can turn black when in moist air. It dissolves easily in water. It is an oxidizing agent because of the silver ion. 

 Preparation 
It is made by reacting silver(I) carbonate with hydrofluoric acid.

 Uses 
It is used to add fluoride to organic compounds.

 Safety 
Silver compounds can stain skin. They are also oxidizing agents and should be kept away from metal.

 Related pages 
Silver(II) fluoride
Silver chloride

Category:Fluorine compounds
Category:Silver compounds