Cadmium iodide

Cadmium iodide is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is CdI2. It has cadmium and iodide ions in it. 

Properties
Cadmium iodide is a white or pale yellow solid. It is known for its crystal structure. Many other chemical compounds have a cadmium iodide crystal structure. It easily dissolves in water. It is toxic.

Preparation
It is made by reacting cadmium with iodine. It can also be made by reacting cadmium, or cadmium oxide with hydriodic acid.

Uses
Cadmium iodide is used to make phosphors (things that light when struck by UV light), photography, and electroplating.

Related pages
Cadmium chloride
Cadmium fluoride
Cadmium bromide
Mercury iodide

Category:Cadmium compounds
Category:Iodine compounds