Question
What is the structure of $\mathrm{BeCl}_2$ molecule in gaseous and solid state?

Answer

In solid state, it exits in polymeric chain structure in which each Be atom is surrounded by 4 Cl atoms. 2 Cl atoms through covalent bonds and other 2Cl atoms through coordinate bonds and give bridge structure.

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