NEETChemistryHydrogen
What is a characteristic feature of electron-rich hydrides?
Options
- AThey have excess electrons in their Lewis structures.
- BThey act as Lewis bases.
- CThey form tetrahedral compounds.
- DThey have a deficiency of electrons.
Correct answer
B. They act as Lewis bases.
Step-by-step solution
Electron-rich hydrides act as Lewis bases, which means they are electron donors.