Statement 1 : `AICI_3` forms dimer `AlCl_6` but dissolves in water to form`[Al(H_2O)_6]^(3+)` and `Cl^(Theta)` ions. Statement 2 : Aqueous solution of `AICI_3` is acidic due to hydrolysis.
A
Statement 1 is True, statement 2 is True, Statement 2 is Correct explanation for Statement 1.
B
Statement 1 is True, Statement 2 is True, Statement 2 is NOT a correct explanation for Statement 1.
C
Statement 1 is True, Statement 2 is False.
D
Statement 1 is False, Statement 2 is True.
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B
`AlCl_3` dissolves in water to form `[Al(H_2O)_5]^(3+) and Coverset(Theta)l` ions due to high heat of formation.
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