What is Silver iodide?
[[File:Jodid stříbrný.PNG|thumb|Silver iodide]] '''Silver iodide''' is a [[chemical compound]]. Its chemical formula is AgI. It contains [[silver]] in its +1 [[oxidation state]]. It also contains [[iodide]] [[ion]]s. == Properties == Silver iodide is a yellow solid. It does not dissolve in water. It turns dark when light is shined on it. The darkening is caused by a chemical reaction. The silver iodide turns into silver and [[iodine]]. == Preparation == It is made by reacting an iodide such as [[sodium iodide]] with [[silver nitrate]]. == Uses == [[File:Cessna 210 Hagelflieger Detail.jpg|thumb|Silver iodide generator on airplane]] Silver iodide is sprinkled in clouds to make rain. It can also be used in [[photographic film]]. == Safety == Silver iodide is toxic. It can stain skin. It is not as toxic as other silver compounds that dissolve in water. The iodide also is toxic. == Related pages == *[[Silver fluoride]] *[[Silver chloride]] *[[Silver bromide]] {{chem-stub}} [[Category:Silver compounds]] [[Category:Iodine compounds]]