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Zirconium(IV) iodide
Introduction
Zirconium(IV) iodide is the chemical compound with the formula ZrI4. It is the most stable and most readily available iodide of zirconium.
This orange-coloured species is volatile, subliming as intact tetrahedral ZrI4 molecules. It is prepared by the direct reaction of powdered zirconium metal and iodine.[1]
References
- ↑ Eberly, K. C. “Zirconium (IV) Iodide” Inorganic Syntheses McGraw-Hill: New York, 1963; Vol. 7, pages 52-54. ISBN 0-88275-165-4.