Barium fluoride is an inorganic compound with the formula BaF₂. It is a colorless solid that occurs in nature as the rare mineral frankdicksonite. Under standard conditions it adopts the fluorite structure and at high pressure the PbCl2 structure. It is resilient to and insoluble in water.

Properties of Barium Fluoride

Appearance : White cubic crystals

Molecular Formula : BaF₂

Melting Point : 1368 °C

Boiling Point : 2260 °C

Density : 4.89 g/cm³

Molar Mass : 175.34 g/mol

Solubility : Slightly soluble in water

Uses of Barium Fluoride 

Used to make optical components such as lens

Used in the manufacture of carbon brushes for DC motor

Used in the manufacture of glass