S Block Elements Question 159

Question: Which of the following decreases on going gradually from $ Be $ to $ Ba $ (in periodic table)

Options:

A) Basic character of hydroxides

B) Solubility of sulphates in water

C) Solubility of hydroxides in water

D) Strength of elements as reducing agent

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Because hydration energy decreases down the group.