Multiple choice

Among the following the maximum covalent character is shown by the compound

  1. Mgcl2

  2. Fecl2

  3. Sncl2

  4. Alcl3
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D Correct answer
Explanation

According to Fajan's rules, covalent character increases with the charge density of the cation. Al(3+) has the highest charge among the choices, leading to the highest polarization of the chloride ion.

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