F2 + H2 → 2 HF
This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:
2 F0 + 2 e- → 2 F-I (reduction)
2 H0 - 2 e- → 2 HI (oxidation)
F2 is an oxidizing agent, H2 is a reducing agent.
Reactants:
- F2
- H2
Products:
- HF – Fluorane
- Other names: Hydrofluoric acid , Hydrogen fluoride , Fluorhydric acid
- Appearance: Colorless solution ; Colourless gas or colourless liquid (below 19.5 °C) ; Colourless gas or colourless fuming liquid with pungent odour ; Colourless fuming liquid with pungent odour ; Colorless gas or fuming liquid (below 67°F) with a strong, irritating odor. [Note: Shipped in cylinders.]