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Thionyl chloride

Thionyl chloride is a corrosive liquid.

Chemical Formula: Cl2OS
Other names: Thionyl chloride
Layman's explanation: Thionyl chloride is a slightly yellowish liquid with an intense odor and low viscosity. It reacts with lithium to produce lithium chloride and is a good solvent for most organic compounds. Other uses of thionyl chloride include as an intermediate for the production of pharmaceutically active ingredients, as an electrolyte in lithium batteries, and in crop protection.
Keywords: solvent, electrolyte
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