Which of the following reactions describes the formation of a molecular compound of hydrogen? A) 2Cs(s)+ H₂(g)$\to$2CsH(s) B) 2Na(s)+ H₂(g)$\to$2NaH(s) C) Mg(s)+ H₂(g)$\to$MgH₂(s) D) S₈(s)+ 8H₂(g)$\to$ 8H₂S(g) E) 2Al(s)+ 3H₂(g)$\to$ 2AlH₃(s)

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The reaction in option D forms hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), which is a molecular compound. The other reactions form ionic hydrides.

Which of the Following Reactions Describes the Formation of a Molecular