AIIMS2014Chemistry-Chemical Compounds
AIIMS 2014 Chemistry Chemical Compounds MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
What is the structural formula of lithium tetrahydrido aluminate?
A
Al[LiH4]
B
Al2[LiH4]3
C
Li[AlH4]3
D
Li[AlH4]2
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The correct answer is A) Al[LiH4] because lithium tetrahydrido aluminate is a compound composed of one aluminum (Al) atom and four hydride (H) groups coordinated by lithium (Li). In this structure, the aluminum center is balanced by one tetrahydrido group, resulting in the formula Al[LiH4], which accurately reflects the stoichiometry of the compound.
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