What are the products when silicon tetrachloride reacts with water?
Correct answer C. Silicon dioxide (hydrated) and hydrogen chloride
Explanation
SiCl₄ hydrolyses vigorously: SiCl₄ + 2H₂O → SiO₂ + 4HCl (the oxide is hydrated). Steamy fumes of HCl are seen, and a white solid of hydrated silica remains.
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