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antimony pentachloride
SbCl5 A reddish-yellow, oily liquid; hygroscopic, it solidifies after moisture is absorbed and decomposes in excess water; soluble in hydrochloric acid and chloroform; used in analytical testing for cesium and alkaloids, for dyeing, and as an intermediary in synthesis. Also known as antimony perchloride.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Chemistry
- Category: Inorganic chemistry
- Company: McGraw-Hill
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