What is Sodium phosphide?
'''Sodium phosphide''' is a [[chemical compound]]. It contains [[sodium]] and [[phosphide]] [[ion]]s. Its chemical formula is Na<sub>3</sub>P. ==Properties== Sodium phosphide is a black solid. It is [[ionic bond|ionic]]. There are several other sodium phosphides that do not have the formula Na<sub>3</sub>P. It reacts with [[acid]]s to make [[phosphine]] gas. It is a [[reducing agent]]. ==Preparation== It can be made by reacting liquid [[sodium]] with [[phosphorus(V) chloride]]. It can also be made by reacting sodium with [[phosphorus]]. ==Uses== It is used to make [[semiconductor]]s. It can also be used as a [[catalyst]]. ==Safety== Sodium phosphide is flammable, making toxic gases when burned. It also makes toxic flammable gases when reacted with acids. ==Related pages== *[[Sodium phosphate]] *[[Sodium phosphite]] *[[Sodium hypophosphite]] [[Category:Phosphorus compounds]] [[Category:Sodium compounds]]