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KHF(2) exists while KHCl(2) does not. Ex...

`KHF_(2)` exists while `KHCl_(2)` does not. Explain.

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To explain why KHF₂ exists while KHCl₂ does not, we can analyze the properties of the compounds and the role of electronegativity and hydrogen bonding. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Compounds**: - KHF₂ consists of potassium (K), hydrogen (H), and fluorine (F). - KHCl₂ consists of potassium (K), hydrogen (H), and chlorine (Cl). ...
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DINESH PUBLICATION-CHEMICAL BONDING AND MOLECULAR STRUCTURE -BORD EXAMINATIONS
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