Q. In which of the following ways does the hydride ion tend to function?
A) An electrophile
B) A nucleophile
C) A free radical
D) An acid
Explanation
(b)
Hydride ion is formed when hydrogen accept a proton, so it has a tendency to donate electron.
Since, hydride ion $(H^{-})$ has a tendency to donate electron, it functions as nucleophile.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.