S Block Elements Question 180
Question: A metal M readily forms its sulphate $ MSO_4 $ which is water-soluble. It forms its oxide $ MO $ which becomes inert on heating. It forms its insoluble hydroxide $ M{{(OH)}_2} $ which is soluble in $ NaOH $ solution. Then M is
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Options:
A) $ Mg $
B) $ Ba $
C) $ Ca $
D) $ Be $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
The solubility of hydroxides of alkaline earth metals in water increases on moving down the group.
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