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Assertion: \mathrm{BeCl_{2}} has a linear molecular geometry.

Reason:\mathrm{BeCl_{2}} molecule has sp hybridization.

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Option: 1

Both assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

 


Option: 2

Both assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

 


Option: 3

Assertion is true, but the reason is false.

 


Option: 4

Assertion is false, but the reason is true.


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The molecular geometry of \mathrm{BeCl_{2}} is linear because of the sp hybridization of the beryllium atom. The two chloride atoms are positioned at 180 degrees from each other around the central beryllium atom. The sp hybridization allows the beryllium atom to form two sigma bonds with the two chlorine atoms in a linear fashion.

  • \mathrm{BeCl_{2}} is a chemical compound that consists of one beryllium atom and two chlorine atoms. 

  • The beryllium atom forms two covalent bonds with each of the chlorine atoms, resulting in a linear molecular shape. 

  • The molecule is nonpolar due to the symmetric arrangement of the polar bonds, with no dipole moment. 

  • \mathrm{BeCl_{2}} is a commonly used precursor for the production of beryllium metal and various beryllium compounds.

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