TcOCl3

Technetium(IV) oxychloride, with the chemical formula TcOCl3, is an inorganic compound. It is a reddish-brown solid. TcOCl3 is formed by the reaction of technetium metal with oxygen and chlorine under specific conditions. It is one of several oxides and chlorides of technetium. The compound exhibits a polymeric structure in the solid state, where technetium atoms are bridged by oxygen and chloride ligands. It is known to be sensitive to moisture and can hydrolyze in the presence of water. TcOCl3 is soluble in some organic solvents. Its preparation and handling require careful control due to the reactivity of technetium compounds and the potential for radioactivity associated with technetium isotopes. The oxidation state of technetium in TcOCl3 is +4. Further chemical reactions can lead to other technetium compounds, depending on the reagents and conditions. The study of TcOCl3 contributes to understanding the chemistry of technetium, an element that is entirely synthetic.