S Block Elements Question 117
Question: Which of the following statement is false-
Options:
A) Strontium decomposes water readily than beryllium.
B) Barium carbonate melts at a higher temperature than calcium carbonate.
C) Barium hydroxide is more soluble in water than magnesium hydroxide.
D) Beryllium hydroxide is more basic than barium hydroxide.
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] $ Be{{(OH)}_2} $ is amphoteric, but the hydroxides of other alkaline earth metals are basic. The basic strength increases gradually.
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