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C Cl(4) is inert towards hydrolysis but ...

`C Cl_(4)` is inert towards hydrolysis but `SiCl_(4)` is readily hydrolysed because

A

carbon cannot expand its octet but silicon can expand its octet

B

ionisation potential of carbon is higher than silicon

C

carbon forms double and triple bonds

D

electronegativity of carbon is higher than of silicon

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The correct Answer is:
A
`C Cl_(4)` is not readily hydrolysed due to non-availability of `d`-orbital in carbon.
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