What is Antimony pentachloride?
'''Antimony pentachloride''', also known as '''antimony(V) chloride''', is a [[chemical compound]]. Its chemical formula is SbCl<sub>5</sub>. It has [[antimony]] and [[chloride]] [[ion]]s in it. The antimony is in its +5 [[oxidation state]]. ==Properties== Antimony pentachloride is a colorless or yellow liquid. It releases toxic and odorous (bad odor) fumes in air. It melts at 2.8°C and boils at 140°C. It reacts with water to make [[antimony pentoxide]] and [[hydrochloric acid]]. It dissolves in hydrochloric acid. It dissolves in [[chloroform]]. It absorbs water to form a solid [[hydrate]]. It is a strong [[oxidizing agent]]. ==Preparation== It is made by reacting liquid [[antimony trichloride]] with [[chlorine]]. ==Uses== It is used in a test for [[caesium]]. It is also used in the making of chemicals and [[dye]]s. ==Related pages== *[[Antimony pentafluoride]] *[[Antimony trifluoride]] *[[Bismuth pentafluoride]] [[Category:Antimony compounds]] [[Category:Chlorine compounds]]