{"id":636181,"date":"2023-06-25T23:47:26","date_gmt":"2023-06-25T18:17:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=636181"},"modified":"2023-09-29T18:29:39","modified_gmt":"2023-09-29T12:59:39","slug":"carbon-tetrachloride-formula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/","title":{"rendered":"Carbon Tetrachloride Formula\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Introduction_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\" title=\"Introduction Carbon Tetrachloride Formula\">Introduction Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Structural_Formula_of_Carbon_Tetrachloride\" title=\"Structural Formula of Carbon Tetrachloride\">Structural Formula of Carbon Tetrachloride<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Uses_of_Carbon_Tetrachloride\" title=\"Uses of Carbon Tetrachloride\">Uses of Carbon Tetrachloride<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Physical_Properties_of_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\" title=\"Physical Properties of Carbon Tetrachloride Formula\">Physical Properties of Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Chemical_Properties_of_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\" title=\"Chemical Properties of Carbon Tetrachloride Formula\">Chemical Properties of Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Solved_Examples_on_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\" title=\"Solved Examples on Carbon Tetrachloride Formula\">Solved Examples on Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions on Carbon Tetrachloride Formula\">Frequently Asked Questions on Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#What_is_called_CCl4\" title=\"What is called CCl4?\">What is called CCl4?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#How_do_you_write_carbon_tetrachloride\" title=\"How do you write carbon tetrachloride?\">How do you write carbon tetrachloride?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#What_is_the_valency_of_CCl4\" title=\"What is the valency of CCl4?\">What is the valency of CCl4?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#What_is_CCl4_used_for\" title=\"What is CCl4 used for?\">What is CCl4 used for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#What_is_the_common_name_for_carbon_tetrachloride_formula\" title=\"What is the common name for carbon tetrachloride formula?\">What is the common name for carbon tetrachloride formula?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Why_is_CCl4_used_as_a_solvent\" title=\"Why is CCl4 used as a solvent?\">Why is CCl4 used as a solvent?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Why_is_CCl4_used_as_a_fire_extinguisher\" title=\"Why is CCl4 used as a fire extinguisher?\">Why is CCl4 used as a fire extinguisher?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#Is_CCl4_organic_or_inorganic\" title=\"Is CCl4 organic or inorganic?\">Is CCl4 organic or inorganic?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/carbon-tetrachloride-formula\/#What_is_carbon_tetrachloride_used_for\" title=\"What is carbon tetrachloride used for?\">What is carbon tetrachloride used for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\"><\/span>Introduction Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Carbon tetrachloride, with the chemical formula CCl4, is a colourless, heavy, nonflammable liquid compound. It is also known by the common name &#8220;tetrachloromethane.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Carbon tetrachloride is a stable compound and is mainly used as a solvent, particularly in industrial applications. However, it is known to be toxic and has been phased out in many countries due to its harmful effects on human health and the environment.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Structural_Formula_of_Carbon_Tetrachloride\"><\/span>Structural Formula of Carbon Tetrachloride<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-636191 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-25-234409.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"292\" height=\"277\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Carbon tetrachloride is composed of one carbon atom bonded to four chlorine atoms, arranged in a tetrahedral shape.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uses_of_Carbon_Tetrachloride\"><\/span>Uses of Carbon Tetrachloride<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Solvent:<\/strong> Carbon tetrachloride was commonly used as a solvent for various organic compounds, such as oils, fats, resins, and waxes. It was particularly useful in the dry cleaning industry for removing stains from fabrics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fire Extinguisher:<\/strong> Carbon tetrachloride was utilized in fire extinguishers as a liquid that could be sprayed onto fires. However, it is no longer recommended for this purpose due to its toxicity and environmental impact.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refrigerant:<\/strong> In the past, carbon tetrachloride was employed as a refrigerant in cooling systems and air conditioners. However, it has largely been phased out due to its ozone-depleting properties.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chemical Intermediate:<\/strong> Carbon tetrachloride was used as a starting material for the synthesis of other chemicals, such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), pesticides, and pharmaceuticals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cleaning Agent:<\/strong> It was used as a degreasing agent and for cleaning electronic components, although safer alternatives are now preferred.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Physical_Properties_of_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\"><\/span>Physical Properties of Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) is a colorless liquid compound that is also known as tetrachloromethane. Here are the physical properties of carbon tetrachloride:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Molecular formula:<\/strong> CCl4<\/li>\n<li><strong>Molecular weight:<\/strong> 153.82 g\/mol<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appearance:<\/strong> Colorless liquid<\/li>\n<li><strong>Odour:<\/strong> Characteristic sweet odor<\/li>\n<li><strong>Melting point:<\/strong> -22.92 \u00b0C (-9.28 \u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boiling point:<\/strong> 76.72 \u00b0C (170.1 \u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Density:<\/strong> 1.586 g\/cm\u00b3 at 25 \u00b0C (77 \u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Solubility:<\/strong> Carbon tetrachloride is relatively insoluble in water but dissolves in many organic solvents, such as ethanol, acetone, and benzene.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refractive Index:<\/strong> 1.461 at 20 \u00b0C (68 \u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Viscosity:<\/strong> 0.88 cP at 25 \u00b0C (77 \u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flashpoint:<\/strong> Non-flammable, but it can ignite at high temperatures or in the presence of an open flame.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vapour Pressure<\/strong>: 11.7 mmHg at 25 \u00b0C (77 \u00b0F)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Properties_of_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\"><\/span>Chemical Properties of Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Stability:<\/strong> Carbon tetrachloride is a stable compound under normal conditions. It is non-reactive with most common substances, such as water, acids, and bases. However, it can react with strong reducing agents or reactive metals under certain conditions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Solvent properties:<\/strong> Carbon tetrachloride is an effective solvent for a wide range of organic compounds. It can dissolve oils, fats, resins, waxes, and many other nonpolar or weakly polar substances. Due to its nonpolar nature, it is not a good solvent for polar or ionic compounds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inertness:<\/strong> Carbon tetrachloride is considered an inert compound in many chemical reactions. It is not easily involved in typical organic reactions, such as nucleophilic or electrophilic substitutions. This inertness makes it useful in certain applications, such as as a solvent for reactions that need an inert environment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thermal decomposition:<\/strong> At high temperatures (above 900\u00b0C or 1652\u00b0F), carbon tetrachloride can undergo thermal decomposition. The decomposition products include toxic gases, such as chlorine gas (Cl2) and phosgene (COCl2), which can pose significant health hazards.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reaction with active metals:<\/strong> Carbon tetrachloride can react with highly reactive metals, such as sodium or magnesium, to form metal chloride compounds and release carbon. The reaction is typically exothermic and can be violent if not controlled.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In conclusion, carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) is a chemical compound that was once widely used in various industries and applications. However, its use has significantly declined due to its harmful effects on human health and the environment. Carbon tetrachloride has been found to be toxic, carcinogenic, and damaging to the liver. It is also a potent greenhouse gas and ozone-depleting substance. As a result, its use has been restricted or banned in many countries. Safer alternatives have been developed to replace carbon tetrachloride in most applications, promoting the protection of human health and the environment.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solved_Examples_on_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\"><\/span>Solved Examples on Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Example 1:<\/strong> Calculating Molar Mass<\/p>\n<p>What is the molar mass of carbon tetrachloride?<\/p>\n<p>Solution: The molar mass of carbon (C) is approximately 12.01 g\/mol, and the molar mass of chlorine (Cl) is approximately 35.45 g\/mol. Since there are four chlorine atoms in carbon tetrachloride, we can calculate the molar mass as follows:<\/p>\n<p>Molar mass of CCl4 = (Molar mass of C) + (4 \u00d7 Molar mass of Cl) = (12.01 g\/mol) + (4 \u00d7 35.45 g\/mol)<\/p>\n<p>= 12.01 g\/mol + 141.8 g\/mol<\/p>\n<p>= 153.81 g\/mol<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, the molar mass of carbon tetrachloride is approximately 153.81 g\/mol.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example 2:<\/strong> Stoichiometry and Balanced Equation<\/p>\n<p>What is the balanced chemical equation for the reaction between carbon tetrachloride and water (H2O)?<\/p>\n<p>Solution: The balanced chemical equation for the reaction between carbon tetrachloride and water can be represented as follows:<\/p>\n<p>CCl4 + 2H2O \u2192 CO2 + 4HCl<\/p>\n<p>In this reaction, carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) reacts with water (H2O) to produce carbon dioxide (CO2) and hydrochloric acid (HCl).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example 3:<\/strong> Moles to Mass Conversion<\/p>\n<p>How many grams of carbon tetrachloride are present in 0.25 moles of CCl4?<\/p>\n<p>Solution: To determine the mass of carbon tetrachloride, we can use the molar mass of CCl4 calculated earlier.<\/p>\n<p>Molar mass of CCl4 = 153.81 g\/mol<\/p>\n<p>Mass of CCl4 = Number of moles \u00d7 Molar mass<\/p>\n<p>= 0.25 moles \u00d7 153.81 g\/mol<\/p>\n<p>= 38.45 g<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, there are 38.45 grams of carbon tetrachloride present in 0.25 moles of CCl4.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_Carbon_Tetrachloride_Formula\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions on Carbon Tetrachloride Formula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_called_CCl4\"><\/span>What is called CCl4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCCl4 is the chemical formula for Carbon Tetrachloride, a compound consisting of one carbon atom and four chlorine atoms.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_write_carbon_tetrachloride\"><\/span>How do you write carbon tetrachloride?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCarbon tetrachloride is written as CCl4, denoting one atom of carbon and four atoms of chlorine in the molecular structure.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_valency_of_CCl4\"><\/span>What is the valency of CCl4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe valency of CCl4 is zero as the compound is stable and all the outer shell electrons of the carbon atom are shared with chlorine atoms.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_CCl4_used_for\"><\/span>What is CCl4 used for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHistorically, CCl4 was used as a cleaning agent, solvent, and in fire extinguishers. However, its use has been phased out due to environmental and health concerns.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_common_name_for_carbon_tetrachloride_formula\"><\/span>What is the common name for carbon tetrachloride formula?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe common name for the carbon tetrachloride formula is Carbon Tetrachloride itself, but it was also known as Tetrachloromethane.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_CCl4_used_as_a_solvent\"><\/span>Why is CCl4 used as a solvent?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCCl4 was used as a solvent because of its ability to dissolve various organic compounds and its non-flammable nature, although it's largely phased out now.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_CCl4_used_as_a_fire_extinguisher\"><\/span>Why is CCl4 used as a fire extinguisher?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCCl4 was used in fire extinguishers due to its ability to smother flames by inhibiting the availability of oxygen, although it\u2019s no longer used due to its toxicity.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_CCl4_organic_or_inorganic\"><\/span>Is CCl4 organic or inorganic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCCl4 is considered an inorganic compound despite it contains carbon, because it lacks hydrogen-carbon (C-H) bonds typical of organic compounds.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_carbon_tetrachloride_used_for\"><\/span>What is carbon tetrachloride used for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCarbon tetrachloride was utilized as a solvent, cleaning agent, and in fire extinguishers, but its use is now restricted due to toxicity and environmental harm.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is called CCl4?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"CCl4 is the chemical formula for Carbon Tetrachloride, a compound consisting of one carbon atom and four chlorine atoms.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How do you write carbon tetrachloride?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Carbon tetrachloride is written as CCl4, denoting one atom of carbon and four atoms of chlorine in the molecular structure.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is the valency of CCl4?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The valency of CCl4 is zero as the compound is stable and all the outer shell electrons of the carbon atom are shared with chlorine atoms.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is CCl4 used for?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Historically, CCl4 was used as a cleaning agent, solvent, and in fire extinguishers. 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