Antimony trichloride facts for kids
Antimony trichloride, also known as antimony(III) chloride, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is SbCl3. It is made from two elements: antimony and chlorine. You can think of it as a special kind of salt.
What it Looks Like and Does
Antimony trichloride is usually a white or light yellow solid. It has a strong smell. This compound also likes to absorb water from the air, which means it's hygroscopic. When it mixes with water, it changes into other chemicals like antimony trioxide and hydrochloric acid.
How it's Made
Scientists make antimony trichloride by mixing chlorine gas with antimony. They can also make it by reacting chlorine with antimony trioxide or antimony trisulfide.
What it's Used For
Antimony trichloride has a few interesting uses. It can help scientists find Vitamin A in different things. It's also used to help remove horns from young calves. Sometimes, it works as a catalyst, which means it helps other chemical reactions happen faster without being used up itself.
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Antimony trichloride solution in hydrochloric acid
