Mercury(II) fluoride

Mercury(II) fluoride, also known as mercuric fluoride, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is HgF2. It has mercury and fluoride ions in it. The mercury is in its +2 oxidation state.

Properties
Mercury(II) fluoride is a white solid. It reacts with water to make hydrofluoric acid. It breaks down when heated strongly. 

Preparation
It is made by reacting mercury(II) oxide with hydrogen fluoride or hydrofluoric acid.

Related pages
Mercury(I) fluoride
Mercury(II) chloride

Category:Mercury compounds
Category:Fluorine compounds