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}} $