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Question: What happens when \(H_{2}\)is passed over lithium at 1073 K?...

What happens when H2H_{2}is passed over lithium at 1073 K?

A

Covalent lithium hydride is formed.

B

Coloured complex is formed.

C

Ionic lithium hydride is formed.

D

No reaction takes place.

Answer

Ionic lithium hydride is formed.

Explanation

Solution

: Lithium forms ionic hydride having high melting point.