Methane is quite stable, whereas silane ...

Methane is quite stable, whereas silane is unstable? Because -

A

`C-C` bond energy is much greater than `Si-Si` bond energy

B

`Si-H` bond energy is much lower than `C-H` bond energy

C

Si has vacant p-orbitals which are more susceptible for nucleophilic attack

D

All of above reasons

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The correct Answer is:

B

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