What is Tellurium(IV) chloride?
'''Tellurium(IV) chloride''', also known as '''tellurium tetrachloride''', is a [[chemical compound]]. Its chemical formula is TeCl<sub>4</sub>. It contains [[tellurium]] in its +4 [[oxidation state]]. It also contains [[chloride]] [[ion]]s. ==Properties== Tellurium(IV) chloride is a pale yellow solid. It melts easily to a red liquid. It evaporates easily. It reacts with water to make [[tellurium dioxide]] and [[hydrochloric acid]]. It is toxic and corrosive. ==Preparation== Tellurium(IV) chloride is made by reacting tellurium powder and [[chlorine]]. ==Uses== It is used in making [[organic chemistry|organic]] compounds. ==Related pages== *[[Selenium(IV) chloride]] *[[Tellurium(II) chloride]] [[Category:Tellurium compounds]] [[Category:Chlorine compounds]]