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JEE Main 202311 AprilEvening Shift
Exam
JEE Main
Year
2023
Date
11 April
Shift
Evening Shift
Subject
Chemistry
Chapter
Hydrogen

JEE Main 2023 · 11 April · Evening Shift · Chemistry · Hydrogen

Which hydride among the following is less stable?

Which hydride among the following is less stable?

Options

  1. ABeH2{BeH}_{2}
  2. BHFHF
  3. CNH3{NH}_{3}
  4. DLiHLiH

Correct answer

A. BeH2{BeH}_{2}

Step-by-step solution

BeH2{BeH}_{2} is indeed considered to be less stable compared to other hydrides among the given due to its significant covalent character and electron deficiency. Beryllium, being a small and highly charged cation, attracts the electrons in the Be−HBe - H bonds more strongly, resulting in a greater degree of electron sharing between beryllium and hydrogen. This covalent character is in contrast to other alkaline earth metal hydrides, which tend to have more ionic character.
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