Multiple choice

Which of the following statements are correct?

P. BeCl2 has bridged structure in vapour phase.
Q. Beryllium exhibits coordination number of six. R. BeO is basic in nature. S. Be(OH)2 is amphoteric in nature.

  1. P and Q

  2. P and S

  3. Q and R

  4. Q and S

  5. R and S

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chlorides of beryllium have Cl–bridged chloride structure in vapour phase. All alkaline earth metal oxides, except BeO, are basic in nature and react with water to form sparingly soluble hydroxides. BeO is amphoteric.