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Published on: August 13, 2026
Highest covalent character is found in which of the following?
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
If size of cation is same then size of anion will affect the polarisation.
Bigger the size of the anion, greater the polarisability, greater the covalent character.
Among the given ionic compound, the iodide anion has the largest size, it undergoes polarisation to larger extent. Hence, 
has the largest covalent character.
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