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`[SiF_(6)]^(2-)` is known where as `[SiCl_(6)]^(2-)` not. Reason is

A

Six large chloride ions can not be accommo dated around `Si^(4+)` due to limitation of its size.

B

Interaction between lone pair of chloride ion and `Si^(4+)` is not very strong.

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Presence of d-orbitals in chlorine

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C
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