S Block Elements Question 134

Question: The metal X is prepared by the electrolysis of fused chloride. It reacts with hydrogen to form a colourless solid from which hydrogen is released on treatment with water. The metal is:

Options:

A) $ Ca $

B) $ Al $

C) $ Zn $

D) $ Cu $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

[a] $ Ca+H_2\xrightarrow{{}}CaH_2+2H_2O $

$ \xrightarrow{{}}Ca{{(OH)}_2}+H_2 $