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Assertion : Between `SiCl_(4)` and `C Cl_(4)` only `SiCl_(4)` reacts with water. Reason : `SiCl_(4)` is ionic and `C Cl_(4)` is covalent.A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of AB. Both A and R are true but R is falseC. A is true but R is falseD. A is false but R is true

Answer» Correct Answer - C
Reason : Si can expand its octet to accept a lone pair of electrons from water. This is due to the availibility of vacant d-orbitals in its valence shell.


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