Q. Which is not true in respect of berryllium chemistry?
A) Beryllium is amphoteric
B) It forms unusual carbide ${Be}_{2}C$
C) $Be(OH)_{2}$ is basic
D) Beryllium halides are electron deficient
Explanation
(c)
$Be(OH)_{2}$ is amphoteric as it reacts with both acids and bases.
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