- Definition of SeCl4
SeCl4, also known as Tetrachloroselane, is a chemical substance with a molar mass of 207.87 g/mol. The SeCl4 molecule consists of one Selenium (Se) atom and four Chlorine (Cl) atoms with a tetrahedral molecular structure. The ions of SeCl4 are formed by alkalinization or acidification.
- Properties of SeCl4
2.1 Physical properties of SeCl4
SeCl4 is a colorless liquid with a distinctive odor. Its pH level is not determined as it is neither a base nor an acid.
2.2 Chemical properties of SeCl4
SeCl4 has the ability to react with water, creating hydrochloric acid and Selenium dioxide. It also reacts with metals to form Selenium salts.
- Common chemical reactions of SeCl4
SeCl4 is not commonly used in standard chemical reactions, so there are not many examples of its reactions with metals, acids, nonmetals, or salts.
- Preparation of SeCl4
4.1 Lab preparation of SeCl4
In the lab, SeCl4 can be prepared through the reaction between Selenium and Chlorine at high temperature.
4.2 Industrial preparation of SeCl4
SeCl4 is not a commonly produced chemical on an industrial scale due to its few applications in industry.