Question

A metal, $M$, forms chlorides in its $+2$ and $+4$ oxidation states. Which of the following statements about these chlorides is correct?

• A. $MC{l}_2$ is more easily hydrolysed than $MC{l}_4$
• B. $MC{l}_2$ is more volatile than $MC{l}_4$
• C. $MC{l}_2$ is more soluble in anhydrous ethanol than $MC{l}_4$
• D. $MC{l}_2$ is more ionic than $MC{l}_4$

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Follow Fajans’ rule.