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Which of the following is covalent?...

Which of the following is covalent?

A

`NaCl`

B

`KCl`

C

`BeCl_(2)`

D

`MgCl_(2)`

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The correct Answer is:
C
As we move down in the second group, metallic character increases. First member of 2nd group i.e. Be form covalent compounds preferentially (due to its small size). Also, halides of Na and K are ionic in nature
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