Ionic character of metal chlorides decreases as oxidation state increases. Explain.
Higher oxidation state implies higher ionization energy and polarizing power, leading to more covalent character (Fajan's Rule). E.g., is more covalent than .
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has a lower boiling point than . Why?
Why are pentahalides more covalent than trihalides?
Why is the strongest reducing agent amongst all the hydrides of Group 15 elements?
Write the reaction of thermal decomposition of sodium azide.