Q7 / 90 · JEE Main 2022 (29 Jul Shift 2) · Chemistry

Given below are two statements.

Statement I : Stannane is an example of a molecular hydride.

Statement II : Stannane is a planar molecule. In the light of the above statement, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

  • A
    Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
  • B
    Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
  • Correct answer
    C
    Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
  • D
    Statement I is false but Statement II is true.

Solution

SnH4 is a non-planar molecular hydride. Molecular hydrides are again classified in to different types.SnH4 is electron precise type of molecular hydride.

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In SnH4, the central atom tin is sp3 hybridized, Hence, the molecule has tetrahedral shape.It is not planar

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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