Single Choice

In $$LiAlH_4$$, metal $$Al$$ is present in:

Acationic part
Banionic part
Correct Answer
Cin both cationic and anionic parts
Dneither in cationic nor in anionic part

Solution

$$LiAlH_4$$ is a reducing agent, composed of $$Li^+$$ cation and $$AlH_4^-$$ anion.
Therefore metal $$Al$$ is present in anionic part.

Hence correct option is $$(B)$$.

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