Reaction of BeO with ammonia and hydrogen fluoride gives A which on thermal decomposition gives BeF2 and NH4F. What is 'A' ? (A) (NH4)BeF3 (B) H3NBeF3 (C) (NH4)Be2F5 (D) (NH4)2BeF4

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Reaction of BeO with ammonia and hydrogen fluoride gives A which on thermal decomposition gives BeF2 and NH4F. What is 'A' ?

(A) (NH4)BeF3
(B) H3NBeF3
(C) (NH4)Be2F5
(D) (NH4)2BeF4

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: D. Thermal decomposition of (NH4)2BeF4 is the best route for preparation of BeF2

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