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The reason(s) for the lower stability of $Si_2H_6$ compared to $C_2H_6$ is/are
The reason(s) for the lower stability of $Si_2H_6$ compared to $C_2H_6$ is/are
Updated On: Oct 1, 2024
- silicon is more electronegative than hydrogen
- Si-Si bond is weaker than C-C bond
- Si-H bond is weaker than C-H bond
- the presence of low-lying d-orbitals in silicon
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The Correct Option is B, C, D
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The correct option is (B): Si-Si bond is weaker than C-C bond, (C): Si-H bond is weaker than C-H bond and (D): the presence of low-lying d-orbitals in silicon
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