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Germanium is a naturally occurring element, but does not occur in pure form on the Earth (only in compounds).

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How reactive is germanium?

Germanium is an element that reacts naturally to other substances.


What makes germanium stronger?

When germanium is combined with hydrogen a chemical compound GeH4(Germanium hydride), is formed and when combined with air it is explosive.


What is the formula of the hydride formed by germanium?

The formula of the hydride formed by germanium is GeH4, known as germane. It contains one germanium atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms.


What are compounds formed by germanium?

Germanium forms various compounds, including germanium dioxide (GeO2), germanium tetrachloride (GeCl4), and germanium tetrafluoride (GeF4). These compounds are commonly used in the production of semiconductor materials and optical fibers.


Where does germanium occur?

Germanium occurs naturally in trace amounts in certain minerals such as germanite, argyrodite, and germanium oxide. It can also be found in coal deposits and zinc ores. Commercially, germanium is primarily produced as a by-product of zinc refining.


Does germanium form any isotopes?

Yes, germanium does form isotopes. It has five stable isotopes: germanium-70, germanium-72, germanium-73, germanium-74, and germanium-76. Additionally, there are several unstable isotopes of germanium that have been produced in laboratories.


What is the shape of unit crystal that is formed when one germanium atom is bonded with four other germanium atoms?

Tetrahedral


What is mass number of germanium?

Germanium has five naturally occurring isotopes ranging in atomic mass number from 70 to 76. The number given in the periodic table is: 72,63


What compound would form between germanium and fluorine if the molecule contains only one germanium atom and only single bonds are formed?

Germanium fluorides are: GeF2 and GeF4.


What is germanium combined with to make compounds?

Germanium can form compounds with elements such as oxygen, sulfur, and chlorine. For example, germanium dioxide (GeO2) and germanium tetrachloride (GeCl4) are common compounds formed by combining germanium with oxygen and chlorine, respectively.


Is germanium natural or man made?

Germanium (Ge) is a natural element.Like all elements heavier than than Nickel and Iron, Germanium is naturally produced in supernova explosions of old massive stars.


How does germanium effect the earth?

Germanium is a naturally occurring element in the Earth's crust, but it is rare. It is mainly found in combination with other elements such as sulfur and zinc. Germanium does not have a significant direct impact on the Earth's environment or ecosystems.