Compound Q&A
How is Aluminum chloride hydroxide (CAS: 12042-91-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
Aluminum chloride hydroxide (CAS: 12042-91-0) is typically synthesized by treating aluminum chloride with water in the presence of an acid catalyst. The reaction is exothermic and involves the hydrolysis of aluminum chloride, leading to the formation of aluminum hydroxide and release of hydrogen chloride. The product is then further treated to form the hydroxide complex.
About
CAS No
12042-91-0
English Name
Aluminum chloride hydroxide (Al2Cl(OH)5)
Molecular Formula
AlCl3O3
Molecular Weight
181.34 g/mol
EINECS
234-933-1
SMILES
Cl[O-].Cl[O-].Cl[O-].[Al+3]
InChIKey
RULAWOMJACVNQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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