5 Questions
What is the product of the reaction between CCl4 and superheated steam?
COCl2 + 2HCl
Why is SiCl4 readily hydrolyzed compared to CCl4?
SiCl4 has d-orbitals available for coordination with water molecules.
What is the product of the reaction between CS2 and 3Cl2 in the presence of FeCl3 catalyst at 30°C?
CCl4 + S2Cl2
What is the ground state electron configuration of silicon (Si) in SiCl4?
3s2 3p2
Why does CCl4 not readily undergo hydrolysis under normal conditions?
CCl4 lacks a suitable energy d-orbital for coordination with water molecules.
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