Aluminum chloride (AlCl3) is an inorganic ceramic compound that serves primarily as a chemical precursor and catalyst rather than a structural material. It is widely used in organic synthesis, petroleum refining, and the production of aluminum compounds, where its Lewis acidic properties make it valuable for catalyzing reactions like Friedel-Crafts acylation and alkylation. Engineers and chemists select AlCl3 over alternatives when strong, non-corrosive catalytic activity and high reactivity are required, particularly in chemical processing where its deliquescent nature and moisture sensitivity can be managed through proper handling protocols.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.08125 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1383 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1383 | eV/atom | — |