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CHM 102 Group II Objective Question

Question

How does the ionic character of Group 2 metal chlorides change down the group?
Options
A Ionic character increases down the group.
Correct Answer
B Ionic character decreases down the group.
C Ionic character remains constant down the group.
D Ionic character first increases then decreases.
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 10 states: 'Ionic character in the chlorides increases down the group.'

Hint

Relate the trend to electronegativity difference and atomic size down a group.

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