Ncert Exercises & Solutions

Question 10.19:

Draw the structure of

(i) BeCl₂ (Solid)

(ii) BeCl₂ (Vapour)

(i) Structure of BeCl₂ (solid)

BeCl₂ exists as a polymer in condensed (solid) phase.

(ii) In the vapour state, BeCl₂ exists as a monomer with a linear structure.