The reaction of TeCl 4 with PPh 3 in THF solution in air leads to the formation

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The reaction of TeCl4 with PPh3 in THF solution in air leads to the formation of the salt (Ph3PO)2H]2[Te2Cl10]. Structural data reveal that each Te centre in the anion is in an approximately octahedral environment. 

(a) Suggest a structure for [Te2Cl10]2−

(b) The cation [(Ph3PO)2H]+ is derived from the phosphine oxide Ph3PO. Suggest a structure for the cation and comment on its bonding.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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