antimony pentachloride [INORG CHEM] 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.
{ an tə mo¯ ne¯ pent ə klo˙ r ı¯d }
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.
{ an tə mo¯ ne¯ pent ə klo˙ r ı¯d }