Li3alcl6

Li3AlCl6 is a compound consisting of lithium, aluminum, and chloride ions. It belongs to the class of ionic compounds and has a crystalline structure.

The compound is formed by combining three lithium cations (Li+) with one aluminum trication (Al^3+) and six chloride anions (Cl-) in a 1:1:6 ratio. The resulting formula is Li3AlCl6.

In its solid form, Li3AlCl6 forms colorless crystals that are highly soluble in polar solvents such as water or ethanol. It has a high melting point of approximately 550°C.

Li3AlCl6 finds applications in several fields, including catalysis and battery technology. In particular, it is used as a precursor for the synthesis of various catalysts that find use in organic reactions like alkene hydroformylation, epoxidation, etc. Additionally, it has been studied for its potential use as an electrolyte material in solid-state lithium-ion batteries.