Question: is alcl3 ionic or covalent?
Answer: AlCl3 Although a metal- nonmetal compound, AlCl3 is not ionic (as might be predicted). Single covalent bonds form between alluminium and three chlorine atoms, forming AlCl3 molecules. Two of these join together (forming a 'dimer') with formula Al2Cl6. Aluminium bromide and alluminium iodide are similar in nature.