Tetrachloroethylene (Perchloroethylene)

Structure:

1. Tetrachloroethylene Chemical Formula: C₂Cl₄

2. Molecular Structure: Consists of two carbon atoms bonded by a double bond, each carbon atom bonded to two chlorine atoms.

3. Bonding: Each carbon is sp² hybridized, resulting in a planar structure.

4. Geometry: Trigonal planar around each carbon.

Tetrachloroethylene (Perchloroethylene)

Uses:

1. Dry Cleaning: Widely used as a solvent in dry cleaning for fabrics.

2. Degreasing: Used for degreasing metal parts in the automotive and metalworking industries.

3. Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of other chemicals like refrigerants and fluorinated compounds.