NEETChemistrys Block Elements
Which alkaline earth metal halide forms a chain structure in the solid state?
Options
- ABeryllium chloride (BeCl 2 )
- BMagnesium chloride (MgCl 2 )
- CCalcium chloride (CaCl 2 )
- DStrontium chloride (SrCl 2 )
Correct answer
A. Beryllium chloride (BeCl 2 )
Step-by-step solution
Beryllium chloride (BeCl 2 ) forms a chain structure in the solid state.