Selenium disulfide
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Selenium disulfide, also known as selenious disulfide, selenous disulfide, or selenium(IV) disulfide is a chemical compound. Its formula should be SeS2. It contains selenium in its +4 oxidation state. It also contains sulfide ions.
Properties[change | change source]
Selenium disulfide is an orange solid.
Preparation[change | change source]
Selenium sulfide can be made by heating selenium and sulfur.
Uses[change | change source]
It is used to kill fungi that make dandruff in hair. It can also be used to treat fungal (from fungi) skin infections.