MHT CET202012 Oct 2020Evening ShiftChemistrys Block ElementsActual
What is the formula of lithium imide?
Options
- ALiNO ₃
- BLi ₂ NH
- CLi ₃ ~N
- DLiNH ₂
Correct answer
B. Li ₂ NH
Step-by-step solution
Lithium imide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Li 2NH. This white solid can be formed by a reaction between lithium amide and lithium hydride. LiNH2 + LiH ? Li2NH + H2 The product is light-sensitive and can undergo disproportionation to form lithium nitride, which is characteristically red.