Question
Question: Among the following the maximum covalent character is shown by the compound :...
Among the following the maximum covalent character is shown by the compound :
A
FeCl2
B
SnCl2
C
AlCl3
D
MgCl2
Answer
AlCl3
Explanation
Solution
Covalent character in ionic compounds is governed by Fazan’s Rule. AlCl3 will show Maximum covalent character on account of higher polarising power of Al3+ because of its having higher positive charge and smaller size.