Question
Chemistry Question on p -Block Elements
Beryllium and aluminium exhibit many properties which are similar. But, the two elements differ in
A
forming covalent halides
B
forming polymeric hydrides
C
exhibiting maximum covalency in compounds
D
exhibiting amphoteric nature in their oxides
Answer
exhibiting maximum covalency in compounds
Explanation
Solution
The maximum valency of beryllium is +2 while that of aluminium is +3.