S Block Elements Question 50

Question: Which of the following product is formed when $ SiF_4 $ reacts with water

[Pb. CET 2003]

Options:

A) $ SiF_3 $

B) $ H_4SiO_4 $

C) $ H_2SO_4 $

D) $ H_2SiF_4 $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

When silicon tetra fluoride reacts with water $ H_2SiF_6 $ and $ H_4SiO_6 $ are formed $ \underset{\text{Silicon tetrafluoride}}{\mathop{3SiF_4}}+\underset{Water}{\mathop{4H_2O}}\to 2H_2SiF_6+\underset{\text{White silicic acid}}{\mathop{H_4SiO_4}} $