Which outcome occurs when compressing gaseous silane (SiH₄) beyond its critical point?

💡 Explanation

Compressing silane beyond its critical point results in increased molecular orientation due to increased density, changing refractive index because dipoles align due to increased electric susceptibility near the phase transition; therefore orientation increases greatly rather than forcing changes in covalent bonds.

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