Weblink 16.2 The structure of solid CdI₂

Cadmium atoms are shown in grey and iodine atoms in purple. The cadmium atoms are located between two layers of iodine atoms, and have octahedral coordination. These cadmium/iodine layers then stack together to form the crystal.

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