Hello, Can someone please explain why AlCl3 a solid? I thought Cl is soluble except when paired with Ag, Pb, and Hg. I would appreciate any help. Thank you! Al(s) + 3Cl(g) -> AlCl3(s)

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SCooke
Feb 21, 2018

It is soluble ONLY in water SOLUTION! The dry reaction yields the dry product.

Explanation:

The equation shown is the reaction of metal aluminum with gaseous chlorine. NO water or solution is involved. It IS soluble in water, but there is no water here!

The result of the reaction is the indicated solid #AlCl_3# solid.

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