Which of the Following Correctly Explains Why LiAlH₄ Is a Stronger

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly explains why LiAlH₄ is a stronger reducing agent than NaBH₄?

• A)LiAlH₄ has less steric hindrance than NaBH₄.
• B)The electronegativity of Al is lower than that of B.
• C)The electronegativity of Li is higher than that of Na.
• D)Hydrogen has a greater partial positive charge in LiAlH₄ than in NaBH₄.
• E)The electronegativity difference between Li and H is greater than the difference between Na and H.

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