Uranyl (Noun)
Meaning
The bivalent radical UO2 which forms salts with acids.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Uranyl nitrate is a compound that contains the uranyl radical and is commonly used as a precursor in the synthesis of uranium oxides.
- The uranyl ion has a linear structure and is formed by the loss of two electrons from a uranium atom bonded to two oxygen atoms.
- In aqueous solutions, uranyl compounds tend to form complexes with other anions, such as chloride and sulfate ions.
- The uranyl radical is highly reactive and can react with various organic compounds to form colored complexes.
- Uranyl salts are often used as intermediates in the preparation of other uranium compounds due to their relatively high stability.