Home Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) Chemical Properties of Alkali Metals BeF 2 is soluble in water because of :
Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) Chemical Properties of Alkali Metals Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

BeF 2 is soluble in water because of :

A
ionic nature of BeF 2
B
greater hydration energy of Be 2+ ion as compared to lattice energy
C
covalent nature of BeF 2
D
none of these

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B

Fluorides of alkaline earth metals except BeF 2 are insoluble in water. The solubility of BeF 2 in water is due to it's higher hydration energy on account of it's small size and high charge density.

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