Bismuthate

Bismuthate is an ion with the chemical formula BiO3− containing bismuth in its +5 oxidation state. It is a very strong oxidizing agent that decomposes in hot water, forming bismuth(III) oxide and oxygen. It also reacts with acids.[1]

Sodium bismuthate is the most common bismuthate. It is one of the few sodium compounds that does not dissolve significantly in water.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 The Merck index (12th ed.). Chapman & Hall Electronic Pub. Division. 2000. p. 1357. ISBN 9781584881292.
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