Magnesium Amide

Name:
Magnesium Amide
Detailed information:

M Formula:	Mg(NH2)2
Properties:
Whitish to gray crystals. D 1.40. Decomposes when heated.
Derivation:
Reaction of magnesium with ammonia under elevated pressure.
Hazard:
A pyrophoric material igniting in air at room temperature. Evolves ammonia on vigorous reaction with water.
Use:
Catalyst for polymerization.