NEETChemistrys Block Elements
Which alkaline earth metal halide has the highest number of water molecules in its hydrate?
Options
- ABeryllium chloride (BeCl 2 ·4H 2 O)
- BCalcium chloride (CaCl 2 ·6H 2 O)
- CStrontium chloride (SrCl 2 ·6H 2 O)
- DBarium chloride (BaCl 2 ·2H 2 O)
Correct answer
C. Strontium chloride (SrCl 2 ·6H 2 O)
Step-by-step solution
Strontium chloride (SrCl 2 ·6H 2 O) has the highest number of water molecules in its hydrate among the given options.