The S-block Elements Self Evaluation Test The S Block Elements Question 21
Melting point of calcium halides decreases in the order
Options:
A) $ CaF_2>CaCl_2>CaBr_2>CaI_2 $
B) $ CaI_2>CaBr_2>CaCl_2>CaF_2 $
C) $ CaF_2>CaCl_2>CaBr_2>CaI_2 $
D) $ CaF_2>CaCl_2>CaBr_2>CaI_2 $
Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
[a] As the size of the anion increases, the covalent character increases and hence the m.p. decrease.
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