Q. Among the following the maximum covalent character is shown by the compound(1)MgCl2(2)FeCl2(3)SnCl2(4) AlCl3
A) Option 2
B) Option 1
C) Option 4
D) Option 3
✔ Correct Answer: Option 4
Exam Insight
According to Fajan's rules, AlCl3 shows the maximum covalent character due to its high polarizing power and small ionic radius of Al³⁺.