Draw the structure of $Al_2Cl_6$ and give the uses of $AlCl_3$.

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(N/A) Structure: $Al_2Cl_6$ exists as a dimer where two $AlCl_3$ units are joined by two chlorine bridges. Each $Al$ atom is $sp^3$ hybridized and bonded to four chlorine atoms in a tetrahedral geometry.
Uses of $AlCl_3$:
$1$. It acts as a strong Lewis acid.
$2$. It is used as a catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions.
$3$. It is used in the manufacture of dyes,drugs,and perfumes.

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