What is Tellurium(IV) iodide?
'''Tellurium(IV) iodide''', also known as '''tellurium tetraiodide''', is a [[chemical compound]]. Its [[chemical formula]] is TeI<sub>4</sub>. It contains [[tellurium]] in its +4 [[oxidation state]]. It also contains [[iodide]] [[ion]]s. ==Properties== Tellurium(IV) iodide is a black [[solid]]. It breaks down when heated to tellurium(II) iodide and [[iodine]]. It is a weak [[reducing agent]]. It conducts [[electricity]] when melted. ==Preparation== It is made by reacting tellurium with iodine or by reacting tellurium with iodomethane, CH<sub>3</sub>I. ==Related pages== *[[Tellurium(IV) bromide]] *[[Tellurium(IV) chloride]] *[[Tellurium(IV) fluoride]] [[Category:Tellurium compounds]] [[Category:Iodine compounds]]