Silver dichromate


Silver dichromate is a chemical compound with the formula Ag2Cr2O7. It is insoluble in water and decomposes when treated with hot water. Its anion has a charge of -2.

Synthesis

Applications

Related complexes are used as oxidants in organic chemistry. For instance, tetrakissilver dichromate, 2+2−, is used to convert benzylic and allylic alcohols to corresponding carbonyl compounds.