NEETChemistrys Block Elements
Which halide is mentioned as the most covalent among alkali metal halides?
Options
- ALithium chloride
- BLithium bromide
- CLithium fluoride
- DLithium iodide
Correct answer
D. Lithium iodide
Step-by-step solution
Lithium iodide is mentioned as the most covalent among alkali metal halides due to the high polarizing capability of the lithium ion and the large size of the iodide anion.