Silicon tetrachloride

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Silicon tetrachloride or tetrachlorosilane is the inorganic compound with the formula SiCl4. It is a colorless volatile liquid that fumes in air. It is used to produce high-purity silicon and silica for commercial applications. It is a part of the chlorosilane family.

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