Thallium(I) chloride facts for kids
Thallium(I) chloride, also known as thallous chloride, is a special kind of chemical compound. Its chemical formula is TlCl. This means it is made of one thallium atom and one chlorine atom joined together.
In this compound, the thallium atom has a positive charge, and the chlorine atom has a negative charge. They are like tiny magnets sticking together!
What is Thallium(I) Chloride Like?
Thallium(I) chloride is a solid that has no color or smell. You can't see it or smell it!
It is also very dangerous because it is toxic. This means it can be harmful if someone touches it or swallows it.
This compound does not dissolve well in cold water. However, if you put it in hot water, a small amount of it will dissolve. It is a bit like potassium chloride because it is colorless. It is also similar to silver chloride because it does not dissolve much in water.
How is Thallium(I) Chloride Made?
Scientists can make thallium(I) chloride in a lab. One way is to mix a chemical called hydrochloric acid with thallium(I) sulfate. When these two chemicals meet, they create solid thallium(I) chloride.
Another way to make it is by mixing thallium metal directly with hydrochloric acid.
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