Highest covalent character is found in which of the following ?

C a F_{2}

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C a C l_{2}

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C a I_{2}

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C a B r_{2}

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Solution

The correct option is A $C a I_{2}$
Among the given ionic compound, the iodide anion has the largest size. It undergoes polarization to a larger extent.

Hence, $C a I_{2}$ has the largest covalent character.

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