What Is Iodine Monochloride?

Iodine monochloride is an interhalogen compound with the formula ICl. It is a red-brown chemical compound that melts near room temperature. Because of the difference in the electronegativity of iodine and chlorine, this molecule is highly polar and behaves as a source of I⁺.

What is iodine monochloride used for?

Iodine Monochloride is a black, crystalline solid or a reddish- brown liquid. It is used to make other chemicals, in laboratories, and as a disinfectant. * Iodine Monochloride is on the Hazardous Substance List because it is cited by DOT.

What kind of bond is iodine monochloride?

Iodine monochloride (ICl) is also a diatomic molecule with 70 electrons in total but contains a polar covalent bond. Since this molecule is a dipole it displays permanent dipole to permanent dipole interactions. It exists as a solid at room temperature (melting point 27°C).