The correct sequence of increasing covalent character is represented by

  • A
    $LiCl < NaCl < BeCl_2$
  • B
    $BeCl_2 < NaCl < LiCl$
  • C
    $NaCl < LiCl < BeCl_2$
  • D
    $BeCl_2 < LiCl < NaCl$

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